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Group Supervisors perform duties involving the education, employment, training, treatment, care and custody of juvenile offenders residing within a State Youth Training Center; maintain comprehensive records of assigned youths' program activities; and provide individual guidance pursuant to State or federal laws and regulations. The Nevada DIVISION OF CHILD AND FAMILY SERVICES (DCFS) has several positions and shifts available for Group Supervisor 1 at the Caliente Youth Center (CYC), a 140-bed staff secure facility for male and female youth age 12 to 18. Caliente is home to some of the most beautiful country in Nevada! This includes the magnificent Rainbow Canyon and the oasis-like setting of Kershaw-Ryan State Park just 2 miles south of the city center. Within 50 miles of the town are four other Nevada state parks: Beaver Dam, Cathedral Gorge, Spring Valley, and Echo Canyon. Caliente is a short distance, approximately 2 hours north, from the bright lights of Las Vegas, NV. The CYC goal is to promote positive self-growth, create change in behavior, attitudes, values and ways of thinking for youth. Group Supervisors supervise the activities of youth within assigned unit; directly observe work habits, social behavior, and attitude to ensure conduct meets established rules and regulations of the facility; provide assistance and direction to youth in the performance of assignments, acceptable behavior, proper dress and personal hygiene; participate as a member of a treatment team to implement a treatment plan; document progress and concerns in the youths' development; and provide a safe and secure environment for the youth. Incumbents are responsible for ensuring compliance with all Federal and State laws governing juvenile facilities, and DCFS and CYC policies. Under general supervision, Group Supervisor 1's perform the full range of duties outlined in the series concept and continue to receive training in counseling techniques, writing treatment team reports, and assist the Group Supervisor III in coordinating and overseeing group and individual treatment sessions. Upon meeting performance and experience requirements the incumbent may be progressed to the Group supervisor II level and salary. These are full time positions that include a variable work agreement that may be scheduled to work hours and days different than 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday such as swing shift and weekends. The State of Nevada and DCFS offer an excellent benefits package that includes health, dental and vision insurance, participation in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), accrual of 15 days of annual and 15 days of sick leave, 11 paid holidays and no city, county, state or social security tax!

Dec 08, 2017

Full Time

Group Supervisors perform duties involving the education, employment, training, treatment, care and custody of juvenile offenders residing within a State Youth Training Center; maintain comprehensive records of assigned youths' program activities; and provide individual guidance pursuant to State or federal laws and regulations. The Nevada DIVISION OF CHILD AND FAMILY SERVICES (DCFS) has several positions and shifts available for Group Supervisor 1 at the Caliente Youth Center (CYC), a 140-bed staff secure facility for male and female youth age 12 to 18. Caliente is home to some of the most beautiful country in Nevada! This includes the magnificent Rainbow Canyon and the oasis-like setting of Kershaw-Ryan State Park just 2 miles south of the city center. Within 50 miles of the town are four other Nevada state parks: Beaver Dam, Cathedral Gorge, Spring Valley, and Echo Canyon. Caliente is a short distance, approximately 2 hours north, from the bright lights of Las Vegas, NV. The CYC goal is to promote positive self-growth, create change in behavior, attitudes, values and ways of thinking for youth. Group Supervisors supervise the activities of youth within assigned unit; directly observe work habits, social behavior, and attitude to ensure conduct meets established rules and regulations of the facility; provide assistance and direction to youth in the performance of assignments, acceptable behavior, proper dress and personal hygiene; participate as a member of a treatment team to implement a treatment plan; document progress and concerns in the youths' development; and provide a safe and secure environment for the youth. Incumbents are responsible for ensuring compliance with all Federal and State laws governing juvenile facilities, and DCFS and CYC policies. Under general supervision, Group Supervisor 1's perform the full range of duties outlined in the series concept and continue to receive training in counseling techniques, writing treatment team reports, and assist the Group Supervisor III in coordinating and overseeing group and individual treatment sessions. Upon meeting performance and experience requirements the incumbent may be progressed to the Group supervisor II level and salary. These are full time positions that include a variable work agreement that may be scheduled to work hours and days different than 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday such as swing shift and weekends. The State of Nevada and DCFS offer an excellent benefits package that includes health, dental and vision insurance, participation in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), accrual of 15 days of annual and 15 days of sick leave, 11 paid holidays and no city, county, state or social security tax!

The Physician Supervisor supervises Clinic Physicians and mid-level practitioners (Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistants) in the performance of their clinical duties in a Primary Care Clinic which is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC). The Physician Supervisor develops, leads and directs medical services provided by those supervised. The Physician Supervisor provides direct medical care as a Clinic Physician. The Physician Supervisor helps direct the Quality Improvement Program; assists management in the establishment, maintenance and review of medical policies and procedures for clinical services; and assists management in insuring that the clinic meets medically-related regulatory and legal requirements. The Physician Supervisor is a supervisory level class located within the Department of Health and Social Services, Medical Services Division. It receives clinical oversight from the Medical Servicers Officer/Deputy Director. Successful performance requires the accurate application of current medical practices; effective coordination with non-County medical systems such as the Kaiser Medical System and the California State Prison; medical consultation with a variety of personnel in other County organizations such as mental health clinics, jails, and child welfare services; and the integration of complex medical-legal issues with clinic practices and procedures. POSITION REQUIREMENTS Medical Degree (Medical Doctor (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO)) from an accredited college or university AND Successful completion of a Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, Preventive Medicine or equivalent residency program that is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) AND Two years of professional level experience in a clinical/medical practice performing responsible patient evaluations and treatment of clients from diverse cultural and ethnic backgrounds. Note : Additional education or training in public health services, public administration and/or clinic management is desirable. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS California Drivers License, Class C. Current and active license to practice medicine in the State of California issued by the Board of Medical Examiners. Possession of a valid certification by a specialty board in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, Preventive Medicine or equivalent that is recognized by the American Medical Association or the American Osteopathic Association. Valid and current Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) license. To view the job description for this position, please visit: http://www.solanocounty.com/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?blobid=12884 BENEFITS Solano County offers a cafeteria-style medical package with health benefits, offered through CalPERS. The County contribution for family coverage for the 2017 calendar year is $1,430.11 per month. The County offers a cash back provision for those who choose employee-only or who waive medical insurance coverage. The County may offer a supplemental contribution for employees enrolled in Employee plus Two or More coverage. Dental and vision insurances for the employee and eligible dependents are paid 100% by the County. Solano County participates in CalPERS retirement and contributes to Social Security. Vacation is accrued at approximately15 days per year. Sick leave accrues at approximately 12 days per year. Effective July 1 of each year, 80 hours of administrative leave are granted. The County observes 12 fixed, paid holidays per year. Employees are eligible to receive an additional 2.5% longevity pay, per level, after the completion of continuous service at 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, and 35 years. Employees may receive credit for prior years of service employed with California cities, counties, joint power authorities, and other special districts as approved by the Director of Human Resources and the County Administrator. To review the benefits for this position, please visit: http://www.solanocounty.com/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?blobid=18189 Selection Process Applications are reviewed as they are received. Based on the information provided in the application documents, the qualified applicants will be invited for further examination and will either be pre-scheduled by the Department of Human Resources or be invited to self-schedule. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination . Depending upon the number of applications received, the selection process may consist of an initial application screening, a mandatory information meeting, a written and/or practical exam, an oral board exam, or any combination listed. Responses to supplemental questions may be used as screening and testing mechanisms and will be used to assess an applicant's ability to advance in the process; as such, responses to supplemental questions should be treated as test examination responses. Information contained herein does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. All potential new hires and employees considered for promotion to management, confidential positions or unrepresented positions will be subject to a background and reference check after contingent job offer is accepted. These provisions are subject to change. RETIREES - Solano County invites all to apply for positions; however pursuant to Government Code Section 21221(h) and 21224, hiring restrictions may apply to California Public Sector Pension Plan Retirees. How to Apply Please visit the County of Solano website, www.jobsatsolanocounty.com , to apply. All additional application materials as requested in the job announcement (degree/transcripts, certificates, DD-214 if applicable, ADA Accommodation Request) must be submitted with the Document Cover Sheet, available on the employment website: http://www.jobaps.com/Solano/sup/doccover.pdf or at the Department of Human Resources' office, and are due by the final filing date. Previously submitted application materials (i.e. copies of diploma and/or transcripts, etc.) for prior recruitments will not be applied for this recruitment but must be re-submitted for this recruitment . A Curriculum Vitae or Resume may be submitted in lieu of completing the employment history sectionof the application. For instructions on how to submit your CV or resume, please review the Document Submittal Requirements section below. Any further questions can be directed to the Department of Human Resources at (707) 784-6170 or at 675 Texas Street, Suite 1800 Fairfield 94533. The office is open Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. EOE/AA. Document Submittal Requirements The following are required for this position: A current and active license to practice medicine in the State of California issued by the Board of Medical Examiners. A valid certification by a specialty board in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, Preventive Medicine or equivalent that is recognized by the American Medical Association or theAmerican Osteopathic Association. All candidates must submit a proof of a valid license and certificate upon application submittal.Candidates who fail to submit a copy of their license and certificateupon application submittal may be disqualified from the recruitment. Please note a valid and current Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) license is required for the job and proof of a valid and current license will be required prior to appointment. How to Submit Your Documents In addition to uploading attachments when applying online, candidates may submit documents in-person or by mail at Solano County Department of Human Resources 675 Texas Street, Suite 1800, Fairfield CA 94533, by fax to (707) 784-3424, or by email to recruitment@solanocounty.com . When submitting documents in-person, by mail or by fax, include the recruitment title (Clinic Physician Supervisor) and the recruitment number (17-337170-01). If submitting documents by email include the recruitment title and recruitment number in the subject field. Supplemental Information Incumbents will be subject to chemicals, blood, and other body fluids. Incumbents may also be subject to hazardous physical conditions such as mechanical parts and vibration; atmospheric conditions such as fumes and odors; and environmental conditions such as disruptive people. Independent travel is required. Candidates for employment must, as a condition of employment, sign a statement agreeing to comply with Section 11166 of the California Penal Code relating to child abuse reporting. Americans With Disabilities Act It is the policy of Solano County that all employment decisions and personnel policies will be applied equally to all County employees and applicants and be based upon the needs of County service, job related merit, and ability to perform the job. APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES: Qualified individuals with a disability, who are able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, and need an accommodation during any phase of the recruitment/testing/examination process (as detailed in the "Selection Process"), must complete the following Request for Testing Accommodation by Applicants with Disabilities Form: http://www.solanocounty.com/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?BlobID=23215 . This form must be received in the Human Resources Department by the final filing date of the recruitment. Applicants will be contacted to discuss the specifics of the request. Solano County Click here to take a video tour of Solano County . The County of Solano offers a blend of agriculture, corporate business, cultural venues, festivals and events, and provides residents with many recreation and entertainment choices. The County is also home to Travis Air Force Base. Solano County is centrally located and serves as a gateway to all that Northern California has to offer. The Napa Valley is less than 20 miles away, two world-class public universities (UC Berkeley and UC Davis) are 20 miles away, and both San Francisco and Sacramento are less than 40 minutes away. Day trips can also be made to South Lake Tahoe and Monterey. With its strategic location, affordable housing, natural resources, responsible land use planning, and attractive quality of life, Solano County is a great place to live, learn, work and play. County Population (2016): 431,498 The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice. SOLANO COUNTY IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Aug 31, 2017

The Physician Supervisor supervises Clinic Physicians and mid-level practitioners (Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistants) in the performance of their clinical duties in a Primary Care Clinic which is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC). The Physician Supervisor develops, leads and directs medical services provided by those supervised. The Physician Supervisor provides direct medical care as a Clinic Physician. The Physician Supervisor helps direct the Quality Improvement Program; assists management in the establishment, maintenance and review of medical policies and procedures for clinical services; and assists management in insuring that the clinic meets medically-related regulatory and legal requirements. The Physician Supervisor is a supervisory level class located within the Department of Health and Social Services, Medical Services Division. It receives clinical oversight from the Medical Servicers Officer/Deputy Director. Successful performance requires the accurate application of current medical practices; effective coordination with non-County medical systems such as the Kaiser Medical System and the California State Prison; medical consultation with a variety of personnel in other County organizations such as mental health clinics, jails, and child welfare services; and the integration of complex medical-legal issues with clinic practices and procedures. POSITION REQUIREMENTS Medical Degree (Medical Doctor (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO)) from an accredited college or university AND Successful completion of a Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, Preventive Medicine or equivalent residency program that is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) AND Two years of professional level experience in a clinical/medical practice performing responsible patient evaluations and treatment of clients from diverse cultural and ethnic backgrounds. Note : Additional education or training in public health services, public administration and/or clinic management is desirable. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS California Drivers License, Class C. Current and active license to practice medicine in the State of California issued by the Board of Medical Examiners. Possession of a valid certification by a specialty board in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, Preventive Medicine or equivalent that is recognized by the American Medical Association or the American Osteopathic Association. Valid and current Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) license. To view the job description for this position, please visit: http://www.solanocounty.com/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?blobid=12884 BENEFITS Solano County offers a cafeteria-style medical package with health benefits, offered through CalPERS. The County contribution for family coverage for the 2017 calendar year is $1,430.11 per month. The County offers a cash back provision for those who choose employee-only or who waive medical insurance coverage. The County may offer a supplemental contribution for employees enrolled in Employee plus Two or More coverage. Dental and vision insurances for the employee and eligible dependents are paid 100% by the County. Solano County participates in CalPERS retirement and contributes to Social Security. Vacation is accrued at approximately15 days per year. Sick leave accrues at approximately 12 days per year. Effective July 1 of each year, 80 hours of administrative leave are granted. The County observes 12 fixed, paid holidays per year. Employees are eligible to receive an additional 2.5% longevity pay, per level, after the completion of continuous service at 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, and 35 years. Employees may receive credit for prior years of service employed with California cities, counties, joint power authorities, and other special districts as approved by the Director of Human Resources and the County Administrator. To review the benefits for this position, please visit: http://www.solanocounty.com/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?blobid=18189 Selection Process Applications are reviewed as they are received. Based on the information provided in the application documents, the qualified applicants will be invited for further examination and will either be pre-scheduled by the Department of Human Resources or be invited to self-schedule. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination . Depending upon the number of applications received, the selection process may consist of an initial application screening, a mandatory information meeting, a written and/or practical exam, an oral board exam, or any combination listed. Responses to supplemental questions may be used as screening and testing mechanisms and will be used to assess an applicant's ability to advance in the process; as such, responses to supplemental questions should be treated as test examination responses. Information contained herein does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. All potential new hires and employees considered for promotion to management, confidential positions or unrepresented positions will be subject to a background and reference check after contingent job offer is accepted. These provisions are subject to change. RETIREES - Solano County invites all to apply for positions; however pursuant to Government Code Section 21221(h) and 21224, hiring restrictions may apply to California Public Sector Pension Plan Retirees. How to Apply Please visit the County of Solano website, www.jobsatsolanocounty.com , to apply. All additional application materials as requested in the job announcement (degree/transcripts, certificates, DD-214 if applicable, ADA Accommodation Request) must be submitted with the Document Cover Sheet, available on the employment website: http://www.jobaps.com/Solano/sup/doccover.pdf or at the Department of Human Resources' office, and are due by the final filing date. Previously submitted application materials (i.e. copies of diploma and/or transcripts, etc.) for prior recruitments will not be applied for this recruitment but must be re-submitted for this recruitment . A Curriculum Vitae or Resume may be submitted in lieu of completing the employment history sectionof the application. For instructions on how to submit your CV or resume, please review the Document Submittal Requirements section below. Any further questions can be directed to the Department of Human Resources at (707) 784-6170 or at 675 Texas Street, Suite 1800 Fairfield 94533. The office is open Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. EOE/AA. Document Submittal Requirements The following are required for this position: A current and active license to practice medicine in the State of California issued by the Board of Medical Examiners. A valid certification by a specialty board in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, Preventive Medicine or equivalent that is recognized by the American Medical Association or theAmerican Osteopathic Association. All candidates must submit a proof of a valid license and certificate upon application submittal.Candidates who fail to submit a copy of their license and certificateupon application submittal may be disqualified from the recruitment. Please note a valid and current Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) license is required for the job and proof of a valid and current license will be required prior to appointment. How to Submit Your Documents In addition to uploading attachments when applying online, candidates may submit documents in-person or by mail at Solano County Department of Human Resources 675 Texas Street, Suite 1800, Fairfield CA 94533, by fax to (707) 784-3424, or by email to recruitment@solanocounty.com . When submitting documents in-person, by mail or by fax, include the recruitment title (Clinic Physician Supervisor) and the recruitment number (17-337170-01). If submitting documents by email include the recruitment title and recruitment number in the subject field. Supplemental Information Incumbents will be subject to chemicals, blood, and other body fluids. Incumbents may also be subject to hazardous physical conditions such as mechanical parts and vibration; atmospheric conditions such as fumes and odors; and environmental conditions such as disruptive people. Independent travel is required. Candidates for employment must, as a condition of employment, sign a statement agreeing to comply with Section 11166 of the California Penal Code relating to child abuse reporting. Americans With Disabilities Act It is the policy of Solano County that all employment decisions and personnel policies will be applied equally to all County employees and applicants and be based upon the needs of County service, job related merit, and ability to perform the job. APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES: Qualified individuals with a disability, who are able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, and need an accommodation during any phase of the recruitment/testing/examination process (as detailed in the "Selection Process"), must complete the following Request for Testing Accommodation by Applicants with Disabilities Form: http://www.solanocounty.com/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?BlobID=23215 . This form must be received in the Human Resources Department by the final filing date of the recruitment. Applicants will be contacted to discuss the specifics of the request. Solano County Click here to take a video tour of Solano County . The County of Solano offers a blend of agriculture, corporate business, cultural venues, festivals and events, and provides residents with many recreation and entertainment choices. The County is also home to Travis Air Force Base. Solano County is centrally located and serves as a gateway to all that Northern California has to offer. The Napa Valley is less than 20 miles away, two world-class public universities (UC Berkeley and UC Davis) are 20 miles away, and both San Francisco and Sacramento are less than 40 minutes away. Day trips can also be made to South Lake Tahoe and Monterey. With its strategic location, affordable housing, natural resources, responsible land use planning, and attractive quality of life, Solano County is a great place to live, learn, work and play. County Population (2016): 431,498 The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice. SOLANO COUNTY IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Group Supervisors perform duties involving the education, employment, training, treatment, care and custody of juvenile offenders residing within a State Youth Training Center; maintain comprehensive records of assigned youths' program activities; and provide individual guidance pursuant to State or federal laws and regulations. The Nevada DIVISION OF CHILD AND FAMILY SERVICES (DCFS) has several positions and shifts available for Group Supervisor 2's at the Caliente Youth Center (CYC) a 140-bed staff secure facility for male and female youth age 12 to 18. Caliente is home to some of the most beautiful country in Nevada! This includes the magnificent Rainbow Canyon and the oasis-like setting of Kershaw-Ryan State Park just 2 miles south of the city center. Within 50 miles of the town are four other Nevada state parks: Beaver Dam, Cathedral Gorge, Spring Valley, and Echo Canyon. Caliente is a short distance, approximately 2 hours north, from the bright lights of Las Vegas, NV. The CYC goal is to promote positive self-growth, create change in behavior, attitudes, values and ways of thinking for youth. Group Supervisors supervise the activities of youth within assigned unit; directly observe work habits, social behavior, and attitude to ensure conduct meets established rules and regulations of the facility; provide assistance and direction to youth in the performance of assignments, acceptable behavior, proper dress and personal hygiene; participate as a member of a treatment team to implement a treatment plan; document progress and concerns in the youths' development; and provide a safe and secure environment for the youth. Incumbents are responsible for ensuring compliance with all Federal and State laws governing juvenile facilities, and DCFS and CYC policies. These are full time positions that include a variable work agreement that may be scheduled to work hours and days different than 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday such as swing shift and weekends. The State of Nevada and DCFS offer an excellent benefits package that includes health, dental and vision insurance, participation in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), accrual of 15 days of annual and 15 days of sick leave, 11 paid holidays and no city, county, state or social security tax!

Dec 08, 2017

Full Time

Group Supervisors perform duties involving the education, employment, training, treatment, care and custody of juvenile offenders residing within a State Youth Training Center; maintain comprehensive records of assigned youths' program activities; and provide individual guidance pursuant to State or federal laws and regulations. The Nevada DIVISION OF CHILD AND FAMILY SERVICES (DCFS) has several positions and shifts available for Group Supervisor 2's at the Caliente Youth Center (CYC) a 140-bed staff secure facility for male and female youth age 12 to 18. Caliente is home to some of the most beautiful country in Nevada! This includes the magnificent Rainbow Canyon and the oasis-like setting of Kershaw-Ryan State Park just 2 miles south of the city center. Within 50 miles of the town are four other Nevada state parks: Beaver Dam, Cathedral Gorge, Spring Valley, and Echo Canyon. Caliente is a short distance, approximately 2 hours north, from the bright lights of Las Vegas, NV. The CYC goal is to promote positive self-growth, create change in behavior, attitudes, values and ways of thinking for youth. Group Supervisors supervise the activities of youth within assigned unit; directly observe work habits, social behavior, and attitude to ensure conduct meets established rules and regulations of the facility; provide assistance and direction to youth in the performance of assignments, acceptable behavior, proper dress and personal hygiene; participate as a member of a treatment team to implement a treatment plan; document progress and concerns in the youths' development; and provide a safe and secure environment for the youth. Incumbents are responsible for ensuring compliance with all Federal and State laws governing juvenile facilities, and DCFS and CYC policies. These are full time positions that include a variable work agreement that may be scheduled to work hours and days different than 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday such as swing shift and weekends. The State of Nevada and DCFS offer an excellent benefits package that includes health, dental and vision insurance, participation in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), accrual of 15 days of annual and 15 days of sick leave, 11 paid holidays and no city, county, state or social security tax!

Group Supervisors perform duties involving the education, employment, training, treatment, care and custody of juvenile offenders residing within a State Youth Training Center; maintain comprehensive records of assigned youths' program activities; and provide individual guidance pursuant to State or federal laws and regulations. The Nevada DIVISION OF CHILD AND FAMILY SERVICES (DCFS) is recruiting for a Group Supervisor 4 position at the Caliente Youth Center (CYC) a 140-bed staff secure facility for male and female youth age 12 to 18. Caliente is home to some of the most beautiful country in Nevada! This includes the magnificent Rainbow Canyon and the oasis-like setting of Kershaw-Ryan State Park just 2 miles south of the city center. Within 50 miles of the town are four other Nevada state parks: Beaver Dam, Cathedral Gorge, Spring Valley, and Echo Canyon. Caliente is a short distance, approximately 2 hours north, from the bright lights of Las Vegas, NV. The CYC goal is to promote positive self-growth, create change in behavior, attitudes, values and ways of thinking for youth. Group Supervisor III's perform duties involving the education, employment, training, treatment, care and custody of juveniles within a State Youth Training Center; maintain comprehensive records of assigned youths' program activities; and provide individual guidance as stipulated in State laws and regulations. Under limited supervision, incumbents perform the full range of duties in the series concept and participate as a member of a treatment team by assisting in the formulation and evaluation of a treatment plan and making recommendations on alternative treatment methods. Additionally, Group Supervisor III's coordinate and oversees group and individual treatment sessions; develop session goals, rules and content using prescribed methods; document group and individual treatment and activities; and prepare individual progress summary reports for review by the treatment team, committing judge, parole officer, legal guardian, and institutional staff. These are full time positions that include a variable work agreement that may be scheduled to work hours and days different than 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday such as swing shift and weekends. The State of Nevada and DCFS offer an excellent benefits package that includes health, dental and vision insurance, participation in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), accrual of 15 days of annual and 15 days of sick leave, 11 paid holidays and no city, county, state or social security tax!

Dec 02, 2017

Full Time

Group Supervisors perform duties involving the education, employment, training, treatment, care and custody of juvenile offenders residing within a State Youth Training Center; maintain comprehensive records of assigned youths' program activities; and provide individual guidance pursuant to State or federal laws and regulations. The Nevada DIVISION OF CHILD AND FAMILY SERVICES (DCFS) is recruiting for a Group Supervisor 4 position at the Caliente Youth Center (CYC) a 140-bed staff secure facility for male and female youth age 12 to 18. Caliente is home to some of the most beautiful country in Nevada! This includes the magnificent Rainbow Canyon and the oasis-like setting of Kershaw-Ryan State Park just 2 miles south of the city center. Within 50 miles of the town are four other Nevada state parks: Beaver Dam, Cathedral Gorge, Spring Valley, and Echo Canyon. Caliente is a short distance, approximately 2 hours north, from the bright lights of Las Vegas, NV. The CYC goal is to promote positive self-growth, create change in behavior, attitudes, values and ways of thinking for youth. Group Supervisor III's perform duties involving the education, employment, training, treatment, care and custody of juveniles within a State Youth Training Center; maintain comprehensive records of assigned youths' program activities; and provide individual guidance as stipulated in State laws and regulations. Under limited supervision, incumbents perform the full range of duties in the series concept and participate as a member of a treatment team by assisting in the formulation and evaluation of a treatment plan and making recommendations on alternative treatment methods. Additionally, Group Supervisor III's coordinate and oversees group and individual treatment sessions; develop session goals, rules and content using prescribed methods; document group and individual treatment and activities; and prepare individual progress summary reports for review by the treatment team, committing judge, parole officer, legal guardian, and institutional staff. These are full time positions that include a variable work agreement that may be scheduled to work hours and days different than 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday such as swing shift and weekends. The State of Nevada and DCFS offer an excellent benefits package that includes health, dental and vision insurance, participation in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), accrual of 15 days of annual and 15 days of sick leave, 11 paid holidays and no city, county, state or social security tax!

FIRST DAY OF FILING: 08/06/2015 AT 8:00 a.m. - ONLINE FILING ONLY THIS EXAMINATION WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL THE NEEDS OF THE SERVICE ARE MET AND IS SUBJECT TO CLOSURE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE. EXAM NUMBER: T9073E TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: DEPARTMENTAL PROMOTIONAL JOB OPPORTUNITY Restricted to permanent employees of the Department of Children and Family Services who have successfully completed their initial probationary period. Unclassified employees who have attained permanent County status on a classified position by successful completion of the initial probationary period, with no break in service since leaving the classified service. Full-time employees in the unclassified service with at least six months of full-time experience in the unclassified service at the time of filing or by the last day of filing. VERIFICATION OF EXPERIENCE: Verification of Experience Letter (VOEL) WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED for this examination. VOEL previously submitted for other examinations will also not be considered. WITHHOLD INFORMATION : Permanent employees who have completed their initial probationary period and hold a qualifying payroll title may file for this examination if they are within six months of meeting the experience requirements by the last day of filing. DEFINITION: Performs a wide range of professional social casework services for children. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: Performs a wide range of professional social casework services for children. Positions allocable to this class report to a Supervising Children's Social Worker and are allocable to emergency response and services units in the Protective or Program Services Bureau of the Department of Children and Family Services or to the Adoptions Bureau of the Department. These positions function with a high level of independence and initiative in providing a full-range of critical protective services such as emergency response, child and adult therapy, and child sex abuse treatment or provide specialized adoptions services to the older, handicapped or otherwise hard to place adoptive child. Incumbents must possess an in-depth knowledge of the laws and departmental policies related to their functional area which may include dependency court procedures and resources and techniques needed to solve problems of minors who have special needs such as the sexually abused or severely physically disabled child. Incumbents must have a knowledge of Federal and State law, regulations and court procedures required in freeing children from natural parents and establishing legal adoptions. All incumbents must possess a broad knowledge of the appropriate resources and casework techniques used to resolve child and family problems and must be able to provide some supervision and technical direction to lower level Children's Social Workers. Essential Job Functions 1. Conducts a full-range of client-related and case management services, assessments, and investigations throughout the life of the referral/case by (a) collecting relevant information (e.g.., observing the child's well-being and living environment; interviewing reporting parties, clients, suspected perpetrators; collateral contacts; service providers; consulting with colleagues, supervisors; conducting home inspections and assessment of prospective caregivers; monitoring visitations; researching case history files, court reports, official personal records; extrapolating data from CWS/CMS, WCMIS, LEADER, FCI, CACI, CLETS, ESCARS; and/or taking photographs of the child or living environment; etc.), (b) evaluating relevant information to determine the validity of an allegation and assess a child's and/or family's strengths and needs, (c) determining, implementing, and monitoring the appropriate service or course of action (e.g.., initiating preventative measures so that the child remains in the home, developing with the client a plan that mitigates immediate safety threats, or removing a child from the home, etc.) and obtain approval through consultation with supervisor/administrator to complete the various actions and processes related to client services in order to secure the child's safety and ensure that the child and/or family receives the most appropriate client service that is in the child's best interest according to Federal and California State laws and regulations, Department policies and procedures, and within the established time frames. 2. Enters data into various computerized systems that maintain client information by operating a state-wide database, reviewing client documents and/or computer-generated documents and forms, and following Department policies and procedures to ensure that client data are accurate and current. 3. Prepares a wide variety of documents (e.g.., standardized forms and templates, legal notices and court reports, written reports, numerical log reports, memoranda, correspondence, etc. ) within established response times or time intervals by using various computer systems with appropriate software programs, by operating computerized systems, and/or by filling out standard forms in order to accomplish a variety of activities in accordance with Federal and California State laws and regulations and Department policies and procedures. 4. Maintains a variety of confidential information (e.g.., completed standard forms, records of communication; contact information; certificates; determinations, referrals, and requests made; agreements reached; court documents; caseload logs; photographs; or any other service-related information/documents, etc. ) by organizing hardcopy data using a Departmental case management format and electronic data utilizing computerized systems in order to document information and ensure the security of the documents in accordance with Federal and California State laws and regulations and Department policies and procedures. 5. Communicates with a variety of individuals , on civil rights, legal rights and responsibilities, and other numerous issues in accordance with Federal and California State laws and regulations and Department policies and procedures related to confidentiality by explaining information in a patient and clear manner, providing written information, defusing a hostile or high-stress situation, using active listening skills with the person, and/or applying motivational techniques in order to promote emotional well-being of the child; encouraging clients to participate in services that promote and cultivate a safe and stable environment for the child; ensuring that individuals are properly informed about any requests, processes, or actions taken; and ensuring that any information provided is understood, complete, and accurate. 6. Offers client(s) various DCFS and/or community resources (e.g.., Upfront Assessment, CSAT, Independent Living Program, Adoption Assistance Program, Family Preservation Program, ARS, drug testing and rehabilitation programs, Department of Mental Health immediate and ongoing assessments and referrals, etc.) throughout the life of the referral/case in order to address the client's or family's immediate or long-term basic needs and monitors compliance with case plan activities by helping clients identify their needs for other services and by either providing the client pertinent information to obtain the assistance or coordinating with other County departments or agencies/community resources to arrange for service delivery. 7. Resolves day-to-day issues and challenges presented by a variety of individuals by gathering and analyzing relevant information; coordinating activities with other public, private, and community agencies; handling and mediating conflict among relevant parties; and communicating and interacting with the appropriate people in order to ensure prompt and efficient delivery of client services in accordance with Federal and California State laws and regulations and Department policies and procedures. 8. Represents the Department/unit at various meetings (e.g.., TDM, staff meetings; training sessions; conferences; community events; court hearings, meetings with specific groups, such as IEP, MCPC, Regional Center; etc.) by preparing for and attending the meeting in order to orally communicate information to others, educate others and oneself on various topics, address concerns raised by relevant groups, and/or advocate for the child/family during the meeting. 9. Performs various court-related activities pertaining to client services by examining case history and preparing court reports for various hearings, filing petitions, obtaining court orders, requesting changes in court orders, referencing the Welfare & Institutions Code, obtaining information from County Counsel and attorneys, providing notice to appropriate parties, completing and obtaining appropriate court-related paperwork, obtaining authorizations for various purposes, testifying in court, etc. in order to ensure the protection of a child and the rights of the family, to initiate a process related to client services to make recommendations to the court, and to ensure that all court documents are legally sufficient in accordance with Federal and California State laws and regulations and are completed within established time frames. Requirements ONLINE FILING ONLY SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: OPTION I: A Master's Degree* from an accredited college or university with a major in social work, marriage and family counseling, or psychological counseling, or clinical psychology AND two (2) years of experience as a Children's Social Worker II** in the service of the County of Los Angeles AND Completion of 40 hours certified in-service training requirements.*** OR OPTION II: Four (4) years social work experience, three (3) years of which must be as a Children's Social Worker II** in the service of the County of Los Angeles AND Completion of 40 hours certified in-service training requirements.*** PHYSICAL CLASS: PHYSICAL CLASS II - Light: Light physical effort which may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit, and some bending, stooping or squatting. Considerable walking may be involved. LICENSE REQUIRED: A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. LICENSE INFORMATION: Successful applicants for this position will be required to obtain a copy of his/her driving record from the California State Department of Motor Vehicles before being appointed. A copy of your driving record must be presented at the time of your appointment. License must not be suspended, restricted, or revoked. AN APPLICANT WHOSE DRIVING RECORD SHOWS FOUR OR MORE MOVING VIOLATIONS WITHIN THE LAST TWO YEARS WILL NOT BE APPOINTED. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: * In order to receive credit for Master's Degree, at the time of filing, you MUST include a legible copy of the official diploma or official transcripts with your application. ** To qualify, applicants MUST currently hold the payroll title of Children's Social Worker II for the required period of time in the service of Los Angeles County, Department of Children and Family Services. ***C ERTIFIED IN-SERVICE TRAINING REQUIREMENT: The 40-hour certified training requirement can be counted as far back as the original hire date but does not include the Academy Training hours. A copy of certified training transcripts MUST be attached to the application at the time of filing. A copy may be obtained from the Learning Net training website on LA KIDS or by contacting the Training Section dcfstrain @dcfs.lacounty.gov . Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of two (2) parts: PART I: An evaluation of experience based on application information weighted 50%. PART II: An Appraisal of Promotability (AP) to evaluate Knowledge and Skills; Personal and Public Relations; Oral and Written Communication Abilities; Initiative and Resourcefulness; Adaptability and Dependability weighted 50%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on each weighted part of the examination in order to be placed on the eligible register. Applicants will be notified of their test results by US mail. Scores cannot be given over the telephone. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: The names of candidates receiving a passing grade on this examination will be placed on the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation. NO PERSON MAY COMPETE FOR THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY 12 MONTHS. Applications will be processed on an as-received basis and promulgated to the eligible register. SPECIAL INFORMATION: FINGERPRINTING CLEARANCE AND BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION: All Department of Children and Family Services employees are fingerprinted and subject to criminal background check by the State Department of Justice and Federal Bureau of Investigation. Employment/Promotion is contingent upon passing the background checks. An individual with job-related convictions as defined by the County policy (PPG 514) or the requirements of a "sensitive position" may be withheld from appointment or may be discharged. VACANCY INFORMATION: The eligible register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies in various locations throughout the Department of Children and Family Services. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Any APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. We must receive your application and additional documents, if any, by 5:00 pm. (PST) on or before the last day of filing. Applications submitted by U.S. Mail, FAX, or in person will not be accepted. All required documents must be submitted within fifteen (15) calendar days from application submission. Any missing required documents not submitted by the deadline will result in your application being rejected as incomplete. Note: If you are unable to attach the required documents, you may e-mail them to Lalj @dcfs.lacounty.gov . You may also fax the documents to (213) 738-6470. Please make sure to reference your full name, examination title and number on the subject line of your e-mail or in your fax. Apply online by clicking on the "APPLY" tab for this posting. You can also track the status of your application by using this website. All information submitted is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment or promotion. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Selection Requirements . Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided, so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, description of work performed, and salary earned. If you application is incomplete, it will be rejected. SECURITY NUMBER: All applicants must enter a valid social security number at the time of filing. Entering anything other than a valid social security (i.e.. 000-00-0000, 111-11-1111, etc) will result in an automatic rejection of your application. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the Internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. NO SHARING USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 ADA Coordinator Email: Lalj @dcfs.lacounty.gov Teletype Phone: ( 800) 899-4099 Alternate Teletype Phone: (800) 897-0077 Department Contact Name: Joann Lal Department Contact Phone: (213) 351-5629 Department Contact Email: Lalj @dcfs.lacounty.gov

Sep 07, 2017

Full Time

FIRST DAY OF FILING: 08/06/2015 AT 8:00 a.m. - ONLINE FILING ONLY THIS EXAMINATION WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL THE NEEDS OF THE SERVICE ARE MET AND IS SUBJECT TO CLOSURE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE. EXAM NUMBER: T9073E TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: DEPARTMENTAL PROMOTIONAL JOB OPPORTUNITY Restricted to permanent employees of the Department of Children and Family Services who have successfully completed their initial probationary period. Unclassified employees who have attained permanent County status on a classified position by successful completion of the initial probationary period, with no break in service since leaving the classified service. Full-time employees in the unclassified service with at least six months of full-time experience in the unclassified service at the time of filing or by the last day of filing. VERIFICATION OF EXPERIENCE: Verification of Experience Letter (VOEL) WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED for this examination. VOEL previously submitted for other examinations will also not be considered. WITHHOLD INFORMATION : Permanent employees who have completed their initial probationary period and hold a qualifying payroll title may file for this examination if they are within six months of meeting the experience requirements by the last day of filing. DEFINITION: Performs a wide range of professional social casework services for children. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: Performs a wide range of professional social casework services for children. Positions allocable to this class report to a Supervising Children's Social Worker and are allocable to emergency response and services units in the Protective or Program Services Bureau of the Department of Children and Family Services or to the Adoptions Bureau of the Department. These positions function with a high level of independence and initiative in providing a full-range of critical protective services such as emergency response, child and adult therapy, and child sex abuse treatment or provide specialized adoptions services to the older, handicapped or otherwise hard to place adoptive child. Incumbents must possess an in-depth knowledge of the laws and departmental policies related to their functional area which may include dependency court procedures and resources and techniques needed to solve problems of minors who have special needs such as the sexually abused or severely physically disabled child. Incumbents must have a knowledge of Federal and State law, regulations and court procedures required in freeing children from natural parents and establishing legal adoptions. All incumbents must possess a broad knowledge of the appropriate resources and casework techniques used to resolve child and family problems and must be able to provide some supervision and technical direction to lower level Children's Social Workers. Essential Job Functions 1. Conducts a full-range of client-related and case management services, assessments, and investigations throughout the life of the referral/case by (a) collecting relevant information (e.g.., observing the child's well-being and living environment; interviewing reporting parties, clients, suspected perpetrators; collateral contacts; service providers; consulting with colleagues, supervisors; conducting home inspections and assessment of prospective caregivers; monitoring visitations; researching case history files, court reports, official personal records; extrapolating data from CWS/CMS, WCMIS, LEADER, FCI, CACI, CLETS, ESCARS; and/or taking photographs of the child or living environment; etc.), (b) evaluating relevant information to determine the validity of an allegation and assess a child's and/or family's strengths and needs, (c) determining, implementing, and monitoring the appropriate service or course of action (e.g.., initiating preventative measures so that the child remains in the home, developing with the client a plan that mitigates immediate safety threats, or removing a child from the home, etc.) and obtain approval through consultation with supervisor/administrator to complete the various actions and processes related to client services in order to secure the child's safety and ensure that the child and/or family receives the most appropriate client service that is in the child's best interest according to Federal and California State laws and regulations, Department policies and procedures, and within the established time frames. 2. Enters data into various computerized systems that maintain client information by operating a state-wide database, reviewing client documents and/or computer-generated documents and forms, and following Department policies and procedures to ensure that client data are accurate and current. 3. Prepares a wide variety of documents (e.g.., standardized forms and templates, legal notices and court reports, written reports, numerical log reports, memoranda, correspondence, etc. ) within established response times or time intervals by using various computer systems with appropriate software programs, by operating computerized systems, and/or by filling out standard forms in order to accomplish a variety of activities in accordance with Federal and California State laws and regulations and Department policies and procedures. 4. Maintains a variety of confidential information (e.g.., completed standard forms, records of communication; contact information; certificates; determinations, referrals, and requests made; agreements reached; court documents; caseload logs; photographs; or any other service-related information/documents, etc. ) by organizing hardcopy data using a Departmental case management format and electronic data utilizing computerized systems in order to document information and ensure the security of the documents in accordance with Federal and California State laws and regulations and Department policies and procedures. 5. Communicates with a variety of individuals , on civil rights, legal rights and responsibilities, and other numerous issues in accordance with Federal and California State laws and regulations and Department policies and procedures related to confidentiality by explaining information in a patient and clear manner, providing written information, defusing a hostile or high-stress situation, using active listening skills with the person, and/or applying motivational techniques in order to promote emotional well-being of the child; encouraging clients to participate in services that promote and cultivate a safe and stable environment for the child; ensuring that individuals are properly informed about any requests, processes, or actions taken; and ensuring that any information provided is understood, complete, and accurate. 6. Offers client(s) various DCFS and/or community resources (e.g.., Upfront Assessment, CSAT, Independent Living Program, Adoption Assistance Program, Family Preservation Program, ARS, drug testing and rehabilitation programs, Department of Mental Health immediate and ongoing assessments and referrals, etc.) throughout the life of the referral/case in order to address the client's or family's immediate or long-term basic needs and monitors compliance with case plan activities by helping clients identify their needs for other services and by either providing the client pertinent information to obtain the assistance or coordinating with other County departments or agencies/community resources to arrange for service delivery. 7. Resolves day-to-day issues and challenges presented by a variety of individuals by gathering and analyzing relevant information; coordinating activities with other public, private, and community agencies; handling and mediating conflict among relevant parties; and communicating and interacting with the appropriate people in order to ensure prompt and efficient delivery of client services in accordance with Federal and California State laws and regulations and Department policies and procedures. 8. Represents the Department/unit at various meetings (e.g.., TDM, staff meetings; training sessions; conferences; community events; court hearings, meetings with specific groups, such as IEP, MCPC, Regional Center; etc.) by preparing for and attending the meeting in order to orally communicate information to others, educate others and oneself on various topics, address concerns raised by relevant groups, and/or advocate for the child/family during the meeting. 9. Performs various court-related activities pertaining to client services by examining case history and preparing court reports for various hearings, filing petitions, obtaining court orders, requesting changes in court orders, referencing the Welfare & Institutions Code, obtaining information from County Counsel and attorneys, providing notice to appropriate parties, completing and obtaining appropriate court-related paperwork, obtaining authorizations for various purposes, testifying in court, etc. in order to ensure the protection of a child and the rights of the family, to initiate a process related to client services to make recommendations to the court, and to ensure that all court documents are legally sufficient in accordance with Federal and California State laws and regulations and are completed within established time frames. Requirements ONLINE FILING ONLY SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: OPTION I: A Master's Degree* from an accredited college or university with a major in social work, marriage and family counseling, or psychological counseling, or clinical psychology AND two (2) years of experience as a Children's Social Worker II** in the service of the County of Los Angeles AND Completion of 40 hours certified in-service training requirements.*** OR OPTION II: Four (4) years social work experience, three (3) years of which must be as a Children's Social Worker II** in the service of the County of Los Angeles AND Completion of 40 hours certified in-service training requirements.*** PHYSICAL CLASS: PHYSICAL CLASS II - Light: Light physical effort which may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit, and some bending, stooping or squatting. Considerable walking may be involved. LICENSE REQUIRED: A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. LICENSE INFORMATION: Successful applicants for this position will be required to obtain a copy of his/her driving record from the California State Department of Motor Vehicles before being appointed. A copy of your driving record must be presented at the time of your appointment. License must not be suspended, restricted, or revoked. AN APPLICANT WHOSE DRIVING RECORD SHOWS FOUR OR MORE MOVING VIOLATIONS WITHIN THE LAST TWO YEARS WILL NOT BE APPOINTED. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: * In order to receive credit for Master's Degree, at the time of filing, you MUST include a legible copy of the official diploma or official transcripts with your application. ** To qualify, applicants MUST currently hold the payroll title of Children's Social Worker II for the required period of time in the service of Los Angeles County, Department of Children and Family Services. ***C ERTIFIED IN-SERVICE TRAINING REQUIREMENT: The 40-hour certified training requirement can be counted as far back as the original hire date but does not include the Academy Training hours. A copy of certified training transcripts MUST be attached to the application at the time of filing. A copy may be obtained from the Learning Net training website on LA KIDS or by contacting the Training Section dcfstrain @dcfs.lacounty.gov . Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of two (2) parts: PART I: An evaluation of experience based on application information weighted 50%. PART II: An Appraisal of Promotability (AP) to evaluate Knowledge and Skills; Personal and Public Relations; Oral and Written Communication Abilities; Initiative and Resourcefulness; Adaptability and Dependability weighted 50%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on each weighted part of the examination in order to be placed on the eligible register. Applicants will be notified of their test results by US mail. Scores cannot be given over the telephone. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: The names of candidates receiving a passing grade on this examination will be placed on the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation. NO PERSON MAY COMPETE FOR THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY 12 MONTHS. Applications will be processed on an as-received basis and promulgated to the eligible register. SPECIAL INFORMATION: FINGERPRINTING CLEARANCE AND BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION: All Department of Children and Family Services employees are fingerprinted and subject to criminal background check by the State Department of Justice and Federal Bureau of Investigation. Employment/Promotion is contingent upon passing the background checks. An individual with job-related convictions as defined by the County policy (PPG 514) or the requirements of a "sensitive position" may be withheld from appointment or may be discharged. VACANCY INFORMATION: The eligible register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies in various locations throughout the Department of Children and Family Services. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Any APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. We must receive your application and additional documents, if any, by 5:00 pm. (PST) on or before the last day of filing. Applications submitted by U.S. Mail, FAX, or in person will not be accepted. All required documents must be submitted within fifteen (15) calendar days from application submission. Any missing required documents not submitted by the deadline will result in your application being rejected as incomplete. Note: If you are unable to attach the required documents, you may e-mail them to Lalj @dcfs.lacounty.gov . You may also fax the documents to (213) 738-6470. Please make sure to reference your full name, examination title and number on the subject line of your e-mail or in your fax. Apply online by clicking on the "APPLY" tab for this posting. You can also track the status of your application by using this website. All information submitted is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment or promotion. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Selection Requirements . Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided, so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, description of work performed, and salary earned. If you application is incomplete, it will be rejected. SECURITY NUMBER: All applicants must enter a valid social security number at the time of filing. Entering anything other than a valid social security (i.e.. 000-00-0000, 111-11-1111, etc) will result in an automatic rejection of your application. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the Internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. NO SHARING USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 ADA Coordinator Email: Lalj @dcfs.lacounty.gov Teletype Phone: ( 800) 899-4099 Alternate Teletype Phone: (800) 897-0077 Department Contact Name: Joann Lal Department Contact Phone: (213) 351-5629 Department Contact Email: Lalj @dcfs.lacounty.gov

Introduction THIS IS A NEW ASSEMBLED EXAMINATION . The eligible list resulting from this examination will cancel any existing list and may last approximately one year, but can be extended. Applications must be in the possession of the Human Resource Services Department by 5:00 p.m. on the Last Day for Filing. Supplemental Questionnaire : A properly completed Supplemental Questionnaire must be submitted with each application. Applications and Supplemental Questionnaires must be in the possession of the Human Resource Services Department by 5:00:00 p.m. on the Last Day for Filing. Failure to submit the Supplemental Questionnaire will result in disqualification. ONLINE APPLICATIONS ONLY DESCRIPTION THE DEPARTMENT: The Alameda County Probation Department is an essential element of the County's system of public protection and human services. The Department's role is to reduce the impact of crime in the community by providing accurate, comprehensive and timely information and recommendations to the Courts, providing community-based sanctions and treatment for offenders, and working cooperatively with law enforcement agencies and community organizations with similar objectives. The Department provides a wide range of mandated and discretionary investigative, advisory, and supervisory services to adult and juvenile probationers pursuant to State law and the County Charter. THE POSITION: Under direction, the Superintendent assists with managing the Juvenile Facilities Division by providing direct oversight and guidance in the operation of juvenile facilities including, but not limited to, directing, facilitating, and/or delegating all business, personnel matters and financial affairs; and, to do related work as required. Please CLICK HERE for the complete job description. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education: Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university (180 quarter or 120 semester units) preferably with a concentration in Sociology, Criminology, Psychology, Penology, Child Development, Political Science or a closely related field. AND Either I The equivalent of two years of full-time experience in a class equivalent to, or higher than, Institutional Supervisor II with the Alameda County Probation Department. Or II The equivalent of five years of professional, increasingly responsible full-time experience in an educational or counseling program within a probation or correctional institution, two years of which must have been in a supervisory capacity at the level of, or higher than, an Institutional Supervisor II in the Alameda County Probation Department. License: Possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle Operator's license. Special Requirements: Applicants must be at least 21 years of age at the time of appointment. Possession of an automobile may be required. A good driving record according to DMV negligent operator guidelines and qualification for automotive insurance. State law requires that persons appointed to positions in this classification be citizens of the United States or must have filed for citizenship one year prior to employment application deadline date and must meet all other minimum requirements for peace officer status. Any felony conviction is disqualifying. NOTE: The Civil Service Commission may modify the above Minimum Qualifications in the announcement of an examination. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS The most suitably qualified candidates will possess the following competencies: NOTE: The level and scope of the following knowledge and abilities are related to duties listed under the "Examples of Duties" section of this specification. Knowledge of: • Laws and codes governing probation services and probation institution administration. • Principles of budget analysis and preparation. • Business administration. • Staff supervision techniques. • Writing skills. • Organizational abilities. • Principles of personnel administration. • Social theory relating to juveniles and rehabilitation institutions. • Laws and codes governing juvenile hall administration. • Evidence-based probation supervision practices. Ability to: • Implement and supervise a systematic behavior management program. • Coordinate and direct the various activities in a large detention institution. • Establish and maintain good working relationships with staff members and good public relations in the community. • Write and speak English effectively. • Direct and evaluate personnel. • Plan suitable programs to implement departmental juvenile rehabilitation policies. • Exercise tact and effectiveness in addressing difficult personnel matters. • Deal effectively with representatives of other agencies, parents, citizen groups, and the general public. • Interpret detention and probation policies. • Analyze reports and statistics accurately in the process of effective budget preparation and facilities management. EXAMINATION COMPONENTS THE EXAMINATION WILL CONSIST OF THE FOLLOWING STEPS: 1) A review of candidates' applications to verify possession of minimum requirements. Those candidates who possess the minimum requirements for the class will move on to the next step in the examination process. 2) A review of candidates' Supplemental Questionnaires to select the best qualified applicants to continue in the process. 3) An oral interview which will be weighted as 100% of the candidate's final examination score. The oral interview may contain situational exercises. 4) Candidates passing the oral examination will move on to the next steps of the Probation Department's selection process. All candidates must successfully complete the following after passing the oral examination: • BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION includes a thorough check of police records, personal, military, and employment histories, and inquiry of persons who know you and evaluate whether you: respect the law and rights of others; are dependable and responsible; have demonstrated mature judgment in areas such as the use of drugs and intoxicants; are honest; and are a safe driver. After a conditional offer of employment has been accepted, appointee must successfully complete the following: • PSYCHOLOGICAL EXAMINATION is given by a licensed clinician. You will be evaluated on the psychological factors related to successful performance. • MEDICAL EXAMINATION The appointee must also satisfactorily complete a probationary period. CANDIDATES MUST ATTAIN A QUALIFYING RATING ON EACH PORTION OF THIS EXAMINATION. We reserve the right to make changes to the announced examination components. Alameda County utilizes a Civil Service Selection System founded on merit. Such a system is competitive and based on broad recruitment efforts and equal opportunity for qualified applicants to test in an examination process designed to determine the qualifications, fitness and ability of competitors to perform duties of the vacant position. Many of our recruitments are targeted and specific to the needs of a current vacant position, in which case, the eligible list may be exclusively used for that current vacant position. Other recruitments many be more broadly used for both current and future vacancies, or for other alternate jobs with comparable scopes of work. To learn more about our recruitment and selection process, please visit the "What You Need to Know" section of our website, www.acgov.org/hrs Selection Plan Applicants will be informed via e-mail with reasonable notice in advance of any examination process which will require their attendance. The following dates are tentative and subject to change based on the needs of the Agency: TENTATIVE SELECTION PLAN: Deadline for Filing: 5:00:00pm, Friday, December 29, 2017 Review of Minimum Qualifications: by Thursday, January 4, 2018 Review of Supplemental Questionnaires: byFriday, January 19, 2018 Oral Interviews*: Week of February 5, 2018 *If designated as a combined oral examination/hiring interview, in addition to establishing an eligibility list, the oral interviews may serve as the final selection interview for vacancies in this classification. WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO MAKE CHANGES TO THE ANNOUNCED RECRUITMENT & SELECTION PLAN Alameda County and the Human Resource Services Department will make reasonable efforts in the examination and/or selection process to accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities and/or medical conditions in accordance/compliance with the State Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), Federal Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Alameda County's Reasonable Accommodation Policy and applicable statues. To request an accommodation due to a disability/medical condition during this or other phases of the examination/selection process, please contact the assigned Human Resources Representative listed on the job announcement before the last date of filing . Alameda County requires applicants to provide supporting documentation to substantiate a request for reasonable accommodation. In order to qualify for a reasonable accommodation, applicants must have a disability/medical condition pursuant to the ADA, FEHA and applicable statues. For more information regarding our Reasonable Accommodation procedures, please visit our website, www.acgov.org/hrs BENEFITS Alameda County offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that affords wide-ranging health care options to meet the different needs of a diverse workforce and their families. We also sponsor many different employee discount, fitness and health screening programs focused on overall well-being. These benefits include but are not limited to*: For your Health & Well-Being Medical - HMO & PPO Plans Dental - HMO & PPO Plans Vision or Vision Reimbursement Share the Savings Basic Life Insurance Supplemental Life Insurance (with optional dependent coverage for eligible employees) Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance County Allowance Credit Flexible Spending Accounts - Health FSA, Dependent Care and Adoption Assistance Short-Term Disability Insurance Long-Term Disability Insurance Voluntary Benefits - Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Legal Services Employee Assistance Program For your Financial Future Retirement Plan - (Defined Benefit Pension Plan) Deferred Compensation Plan (457 Plan or Roth Plan) For your Work/Life Balance 11 paid holidays Floating Holidays Vacation and sick leave accrual Vacation purchase program Management Paid Leave** Catastrophic Sick Leave Employee Mortgage Loan Program Group Auto/Home Insurance Pet Insurance Commuter Benefits Program Group Legal Guaranteed Ride Home Employee Wellness Program (e.g. At Work Fitness, Incentive Based Programs, Gym Membership Discounts) Employee Discount Program (e.g. theme parks, cell phone, etc.) Child Care Resources 1 st United Services Credit Union *Eligibility is determined by Alameda County and offerings may vary by collective bargaining agreement. This provides a brief summary of the benefits offered and can be subject to change. ** Non-exempt management employees are entitled to up to three days of management paid leave. Exempt management employees are entitled to up to seven days of management paid leave. Conclusion All notices related to County recruitments for which you have applied will be sent/delivered via email. Please add @acgov.org and alamedacountyHR@acgov.org as accepted addresses to any email blocking or spam filtering program you may use. If you do not do this, your email blocking or spam filtering program may block receipt of the notices regarding your application for recruitments. You are also strongly advised to regularly log into your County of Alameda online application account to check for notices that may have been sent to you. All email notices that will be sent to you will also be kept in your personal online application account. You will be able to view all of your notices in your online application account by clicking on the 'My applications' button on the Current Job Openings page. Please take the steps recommended above to ensure you do not miss any notices about a recruitment for which you have applied. The County of Alameda is not responsible for notices that are not read, received, or accessed by any applicant for a County recruitment. NOTE: All notices are generated through an automated email notification system. Replies to the email box alamedacountyHR@acgov.org are routed to an unmonitored mailbox. If you have questions please go to our website at www.acgov.org/hrs . You may also contact the Human Resources Analyst listed on the bulletin for the recruitment for which you have applied. Iona Childers, Human Resources Analyst Human Resource Services, County of Alameda Iona.Childers@acgov.org (510) 272-6463 Alameda County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Dec 04, 2017

Full Time

Introduction THIS IS A NEW ASSEMBLED EXAMINATION . The eligible list resulting from this examination will cancel any existing list and may last approximately one year, but can be extended. Applications must be in the possession of the Human Resource Services Department by 5:00 p.m. on the Last Day for Filing. Supplemental Questionnaire : A properly completed Supplemental Questionnaire must be submitted with each application. Applications and Supplemental Questionnaires must be in the possession of the Human Resource Services Department by 5:00:00 p.m. on the Last Day for Filing. Failure to submit the Supplemental Questionnaire will result in disqualification. ONLINE APPLICATIONS ONLY DESCRIPTION THE DEPARTMENT: The Alameda County Probation Department is an essential element of the County's system of public protection and human services. The Department's role is to reduce the impact of crime in the community by providing accurate, comprehensive and timely information and recommendations to the Courts, providing community-based sanctions and treatment for offenders, and working cooperatively with law enforcement agencies and community organizations with similar objectives. The Department provides a wide range of mandated and discretionary investigative, advisory, and supervisory services to adult and juvenile probationers pursuant to State law and the County Charter. THE POSITION: Under direction, the Superintendent assists with managing the Juvenile Facilities Division by providing direct oversight and guidance in the operation of juvenile facilities including, but not limited to, directing, facilitating, and/or delegating all business, personnel matters and financial affairs; and, to do related work as required. Please CLICK HERE for the complete job description. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education: Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university (180 quarter or 120 semester units) preferably with a concentration in Sociology, Criminology, Psychology, Penology, Child Development, Political Science or a closely related field. AND Either I The equivalent of two years of full-time experience in a class equivalent to, or higher than, Institutional Supervisor II with the Alameda County Probation Department. Or II The equivalent of five years of professional, increasingly responsible full-time experience in an educational or counseling program within a probation or correctional institution, two years of which must have been in a supervisory capacity at the level of, or higher than, an Institutional Supervisor II in the Alameda County Probation Department. License: Possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle Operator's license. Special Requirements: Applicants must be at least 21 years of age at the time of appointment. Possession of an automobile may be required. A good driving record according to DMV negligent operator guidelines and qualification for automotive insurance. State law requires that persons appointed to positions in this classification be citizens of the United States or must have filed for citizenship one year prior to employment application deadline date and must meet all other minimum requirements for peace officer status. Any felony conviction is disqualifying. NOTE: The Civil Service Commission may modify the above Minimum Qualifications in the announcement of an examination. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS The most suitably qualified candidates will possess the following competencies: NOTE: The level and scope of the following knowledge and abilities are related to duties listed under the "Examples of Duties" section of this specification. Knowledge of: • Laws and codes governing probation services and probation institution administration. • Principles of budget analysis and preparation. • Business administration. • Staff supervision techniques. • Writing skills. • Organizational abilities. • Principles of personnel administration. • Social theory relating to juveniles and rehabilitation institutions. • Laws and codes governing juvenile hall administration. • Evidence-based probation supervision practices. Ability to: • Implement and supervise a systematic behavior management program. • Coordinate and direct the various activities in a large detention institution. • Establish and maintain good working relationships with staff members and good public relations in the community. • Write and speak English effectively. • Direct and evaluate personnel. • Plan suitable programs to implement departmental juvenile rehabilitation policies. • Exercise tact and effectiveness in addressing difficult personnel matters. • Deal effectively with representatives of other agencies, parents, citizen groups, and the general public. • Interpret detention and probation policies. • Analyze reports and statistics accurately in the process of effective budget preparation and facilities management. EXAMINATION COMPONENTS THE EXAMINATION WILL CONSIST OF THE FOLLOWING STEPS: 1) A review of candidates' applications to verify possession of minimum requirements. Those candidates who possess the minimum requirements for the class will move on to the next step in the examination process. 2) A review of candidates' Supplemental Questionnaires to select the best qualified applicants to continue in the process. 3) An oral interview which will be weighted as 100% of the candidate's final examination score. The oral interview may contain situational exercises. 4) Candidates passing the oral examination will move on to the next steps of the Probation Department's selection process. All candidates must successfully complete the following after passing the oral examination: • BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION includes a thorough check of police records, personal, military, and employment histories, and inquiry of persons who know you and evaluate whether you: respect the law and rights of others; are dependable and responsible; have demonstrated mature judgment in areas such as the use of drugs and intoxicants; are honest; and are a safe driver. After a conditional offer of employment has been accepted, appointee must successfully complete the following: • PSYCHOLOGICAL EXAMINATION is given by a licensed clinician. You will be evaluated on the psychological factors related to successful performance. • MEDICAL EXAMINATION The appointee must also satisfactorily complete a probationary period. CANDIDATES MUST ATTAIN A QUALIFYING RATING ON EACH PORTION OF THIS EXAMINATION. We reserve the right to make changes to the announced examination components. Alameda County utilizes a Civil Service Selection System founded on merit. Such a system is competitive and based on broad recruitment efforts and equal opportunity for qualified applicants to test in an examination process designed to determine the qualifications, fitness and ability of competitors to perform duties of the vacant position. Many of our recruitments are targeted and specific to the needs of a current vacant position, in which case, the eligible list may be exclusively used for that current vacant position. Other recruitments many be more broadly used for both current and future vacancies, or for other alternate jobs with comparable scopes of work. To learn more about our recruitment and selection process, please visit the "What You Need to Know" section of our website, www.acgov.org/hrs Selection Plan Applicants will be informed via e-mail with reasonable notice in advance of any examination process which will require their attendance. The following dates are tentative and subject to change based on the needs of the Agency: TENTATIVE SELECTION PLAN: Deadline for Filing: 5:00:00pm, Friday, December 29, 2017 Review of Minimum Qualifications: by Thursday, January 4, 2018 Review of Supplemental Questionnaires: byFriday, January 19, 2018 Oral Interviews*: Week of February 5, 2018 *If designated as a combined oral examination/hiring interview, in addition to establishing an eligibility list, the oral interviews may serve as the final selection interview for vacancies in this classification. WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO MAKE CHANGES TO THE ANNOUNCED RECRUITMENT & SELECTION PLAN Alameda County and the Human Resource Services Department will make reasonable efforts in the examination and/or selection process to accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities and/or medical conditions in accordance/compliance with the State Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), Federal Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Alameda County's Reasonable Accommodation Policy and applicable statues. To request an accommodation due to a disability/medical condition during this or other phases of the examination/selection process, please contact the assigned Human Resources Representative listed on the job announcement before the last date of filing . Alameda County requires applicants to provide supporting documentation to substantiate a request for reasonable accommodation. In order to qualify for a reasonable accommodation, applicants must have a disability/medical condition pursuant to the ADA, FEHA and applicable statues. For more information regarding our Reasonable Accommodation procedures, please visit our website, www.acgov.org/hrs BENEFITS Alameda County offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that affords wide-ranging health care options to meet the different needs of a diverse workforce and their families. We also sponsor many different employee discount, fitness and health screening programs focused on overall well-being. These benefits include but are not limited to*: For your Health & Well-Being Medical - HMO & PPO Plans Dental - HMO & PPO Plans Vision or Vision Reimbursement Share the Savings Basic Life Insurance Supplemental Life Insurance (with optional dependent coverage for eligible employees) Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance County Allowance Credit Flexible Spending Accounts - Health FSA, Dependent Care and Adoption Assistance Short-Term Disability Insurance Long-Term Disability Insurance Voluntary Benefits - Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Legal Services Employee Assistance Program For your Financial Future Retirement Plan - (Defined Benefit Pension Plan) Deferred Compensation Plan (457 Plan or Roth Plan) For your Work/Life Balance 11 paid holidays Floating Holidays Vacation and sick leave accrual Vacation purchase program Management Paid Leave** Catastrophic Sick Leave Employee Mortgage Loan Program Group Auto/Home Insurance Pet Insurance Commuter Benefits Program Group Legal Guaranteed Ride Home Employee Wellness Program (e.g. At Work Fitness, Incentive Based Programs, Gym Membership Discounts) Employee Discount Program (e.g. theme parks, cell phone, etc.) Child Care Resources 1 st United Services Credit Union *Eligibility is determined by Alameda County and offerings may vary by collective bargaining agreement. This provides a brief summary of the benefits offered and can be subject to change. ** Non-exempt management employees are entitled to up to three days of management paid leave. Exempt management employees are entitled to up to seven days of management paid leave. Conclusion All notices related to County recruitments for which you have applied will be sent/delivered via email. Please add @acgov.org and alamedacountyHR@acgov.org as accepted addresses to any email blocking or spam filtering program you may use. If you do not do this, your email blocking or spam filtering program may block receipt of the notices regarding your application for recruitments. You are also strongly advised to regularly log into your County of Alameda online application account to check for notices that may have been sent to you. All email notices that will be sent to you will also be kept in your personal online application account. You will be able to view all of your notices in your online application account by clicking on the 'My applications' button on the Current Job Openings page. Please take the steps recommended above to ensure you do not miss any notices about a recruitment for which you have applied. The County of Alameda is not responsible for notices that are not read, received, or accessed by any applicant for a County recruitment. NOTE: All notices are generated through an automated email notification system. Replies to the email box alamedacountyHR@acgov.org are routed to an unmonitored mailbox. If you have questions please go to our website at www.acgov.org/hrs . You may also contact the Human Resources Analyst listed on the bulletin for the recruitment for which you have applied. Iona Childers, Human Resources Analyst Human Resource Services, County of Alameda Iona.Childers@acgov.org (510) 272-6463 Alameda County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The San Joaquin County Human Services Agency is seeking qualified applicants who are interested in a wonderful and rewarding career and are committed to assisting children and families with protective services through the use of multiple tools and strategies designed to be more inclusive of families and community support. An eligible list will be established as a result of this examination. The eligible list will be used to fill current and future full-time, part-time and temporary positions throughout the agency in the Child Protective Services Bureaus. Children's Protective Services Bureau: The Social Worker IVs who are assigned to work in Child Protective Services perform highly advanced social work duties in the areas of child protection, family preservation and reunification services, and permanency planning for children who are unable to be cared for by their biological parents. Social workers join these families and the community to promote long-term safety and well being for the children within those families. Please visit the San Joaquin County Human Services Agency website for more information about the Children's Protective Services Bureaus: www.sjchsa.org Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline. Offer of employment is contingent upon passing a DOJ Live Scan. NOTE: All correspondences relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file, Human Resources will send you correspondences via US Mail. TYPICAL DUTIES Supervises a caseload for clients requiring social services. Interviews clients in their homes, in the office, or via telephone to assess their needs and problems; evaluates individual and family case information; determines appropriate types and methods of treatment; initiates long- or short-term treatment plans; makes referrals to other agencies, organizations, or divisions within the department when appropriate; works with service providers to meet client needs; and advocates on behalf of clients. Researches, evaluates, develops, and carries out, in cooperation with the client, financial and basic social treatment plans; assesses and evaluates progress in case plan. Makes home visits to assess housing and health conditions and family relationships; refers cases of suspected abuse and/or neglect to appropriate unit. Investigates referrals and provides services to clients where their physical or emotional welfare is involved; provides services for individuals incapable of protecting themselves. Coordinates service plans with supervisor, eligibility workers, service providers, and other agencies. Prepares case records, reports, and correspondence, including documents for the Courts, and maintains appropriate controls; utilizes computer systems to input and retrieve information related to social service cases. Interprets and communicates policies, rules, and regulations of the department to clients, service providers, and the general public within the scope of responsibility; confers with supervisor regarding caseload problems. Attends court proceedings and testifies in court. Arranges for guardianship or conservatorship of clients. Participates in specialized activities depending on client population that include provision of adoption services, investigation of abuse and/or neglect, including financial abuse; renewal of conservatorships and evaluations of care homes/facilities; processes applications for service and assistance from clients, relatives, care providers, prospective adoptive parents, or others in need of help; recruits, studies, and selects adoptive homes, board and care facilities, and other care settings; places clients into care facilities as appropriate; assists care providers and institutional staff in meeting the need of clients. Performs comprehensive assessments of client's psychological, physical, social, and environmental needs; works with client and interdisciplinary team to develop a realistic service plan. Mentors assigned staff. Monitors program budget; prepares statistical reports and analyses; oversees contractual services. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Note: Supplemental application must be submitted with employment application. EITHER PATTERN I Experience : One (1) year as a Social Worker III in San Joaquin County Service. OR PATTERN II Education : Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university, preferably with a major in social work, sociology, psychology, counseling, or a closely related field. Experience : Four (4) years of paid full time social casework experience with adults, children, or families in a social services or health care setting, including two years in a protective social services setting. OR PATTERN III Education : Ability to obtain a master's degree in social work from a recognized school of social work based on a two-year program that included supervised field placement. Verification of degree must be provided prior to appointment. OR PATTERN IV Education : Ability to obtain a master's degree from an accredited college or university in counseling with a specialization in Marriage and Family Therapy (M.F.T.) based on a two year program with coursework sufficient to meet State standards for an M.F.T. license which included supervised field placement as part of the course. A current M.F.T. internship number must be provided prior to appointment. OR PATTERN V License : Possession of a State of California M.F.T. license. AND FOR ALL PATTERNS License : Possession of a valid California driver's license. KNOWLEDGE The principles and techniques of social work and of the role and function of the public social service agency; individual and group behavior of families, children, seniors, and disabled adults with emphasis on growth, development, aging, and family relationships; physical and mental illnesses and their impact on personality; principles of gerontology and the aging process; social casework objectives, principles, and methods; the socio-economic factors that promote stable family life and an understanding of the elements that affect family security; social service research methods; community organizations and the use of public or private community resources; personal computer systems; principles of report writing; principles of public relations; the laws, rules, and regulations governing the operation of public social service agencies; the goals involved in legislation directed toward the protection and rehabilitation of clients; principles of planning, organization, research, and analysis; principles of training and development; and state and federal laws and regulations, with particular emphasis on compliance requirements and funding allocations. ABILITY Establish rapport with clients and their families in working toward a solution or amelioration of their problems; analyze situations and conditions that require the application of specialized social work and other skills; assess and monitor client needs; develop and implement client care plans; apply casework skills and knowledge to meet goals; understand relevant laws, rules, and regulations; work cooperatively with fellow employees and the general public; demonstrate skill in planning and analysis; provide consultation to others; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; maintain effective working relationships; effectively apply casework knowledge and skills; and utilize supervision and direction effectively to meet agency's program goals; and operate a computer. PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Mobility -Frequent operation of computers; repetitive motion; sitting for extended periods; walking; frequent driving may be required; Lifting -Ability to frequently lift 5 pounds or less; occasionally 5 to 60 pounds; Vision -Constant good overall vision and reading/close-up work; frequent color perception and use of eye/hand coordination; occasional use of depth perception and peripheral vision; Dexterity -Normal dexterity with frequent writing and repetitive motions; Hearing/Talking -Frequent hearing and talking on the telephone and in person; Emotional/Psychological -Constant public contact, decision making and concentration, frequently working alone and exposure to trauma, grief and death; occasional exposure to noise, emergency situations; Special Requirements -Some assignments may require occasional weekends/nights, overtime and travel. BENEFITS Employees hired into this classification are members of a bargaining unit which is represented bySEIU Local 1021 . Health Insurance : San Joaquin County provides employees with a choice of three health plans: a Kaiser Plan, a Select Plan, and a Premier Plan. Employees pay a portion of the cost of the premium. Dependent coverage is also available. Dental Insurance : The County provides employees with a choice of two dental plans: Delta Dental and United Health Care-Select Managed Care Direct Compensation Plan. There is no cost for employee only coverage in either plan; dependent coverage is available at the employee's expense. Vision Insurance : The County provides vision coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is no cost for employee only coverage; dependent coverage is available at the employee's expense. For more detailed information on the County's benefits program, visit our website at www.sjgov.org under Human Resources/Employee Benefits. Life Insurance : The County provides eligible employees with life insurance coverage as follows: 1 but less than 3 years of continuous service: $1,000 3 but less than 5 years of continuous service: $3,000 5 but less than 10 years of continuous service: $5,000 10 years of continuous service or more: $10,000 Employee may purchase additional term life insurance at the group rate. 125 Flexible Benefits Plan : This is a voluntary program that allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to pay for health-related expenses that are not paid by a medical, dental or vision plan (Health Flexible Spending Account $2550 annual limit with a $500 carry over); and dependent care costs (Dependent Care Assistance Plan $5000 annual limit). Retirement Plan : Employees of the County are covered by the County Retirement Law of 1937. Please visit the San Joaquin County Employees' Retirement Association (SJCERA) at www.sjcera.org for more information. NOTE: If you are receiving a retirement allowance from another California county covered by the County Employees' Retirement Act of 1937 or from any governmental agency covered by the California Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS), you are advised to contact the Retirement Officer of the Retirement Plan from which you retired to determine what effect employment in San Joaquin County would have on your retirement allowance. Deferred Compensation :The County maintains a deferred compensation plan under Section 457 of the IRS code. You may annually contribute $18,000 or 100% of your includible compensation, whichever is less. Individuals age 50 or older may contribute to their plan, up to $24,000. The Roth IRA (after tax) is also now available. Vacation : Maximum earned vacation is 10 days each year up to 3 years; 15 days after 3 years; 20 days after 10 years; and 23 days after 20 years. Holidays : Effective July 1, 2017, all civil service status employees earn 14 paid holidays each year. Please see the appopriate MOU for details regarding holidays, accruals,use, and cashability of accrued time. Sick Leave : 12 working days of sick leave annually with unlimited accumulation. Sick leave incentive : An employee is eligible to receive eight hours administrative leave if the leave balance equals at least one- half of the cumulative amount that the employee is eligible to accrue. The employee must also be on payroll during the entire calendar year. Bereavement Leave : 3 days of paid leave for the death of an immediate family member, 2 additional days of accrued leave for death of employee's spouse, domestic partner, parent or child. Merit Salary Increase : New employees will receive the starting salary, which is the first step of the salary range. After employees serve 52 weeks (2080 hours) on each step of the range, they are eligible for a merit increase to the next step. Job Sharing : Employees may agree to job-share a position, subject to approval by a Department Head and the Director of Human Resources. Educational Reimbursement Program : Eligible employees may be reimbursed for career-related course work up to a maximum of $850 per fiscal year. Eligible employees enrolled in an approved four (4) year College or University academic program may be reimbursed up to $800 per semester for a maximum of $1600 per fiscal year. Parking Supplemental Downtown Stockton: The County contributes up to $17 per pay period for employees who pay for parking and are assigned to work in the Downtown Core Area. School Activities : Employees may take up to 40 hours per year, but not more than eight (8) hours per month, to participate in their children's school activities. Selection Procedures Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will go through the following examination process: Written Exam : The civil service written exam is a multiple choice format. If the written exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Oral Exam : The oral exam is a structured interview process that will assess the candidate's education, training, and experience and may include a practical exercise. The oral exam selection process is not a hiring interview. A panel of up to four people will determine the candidate's score and rank for placement on the eligible list. Top candidates from the eligible list are referred for hiring interviews. If the oral exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Written & Oral Exam: If both a written exam and an oral exam is administered, the written exam is weighted at 60% and the oral exam is weighted at 40% unless otherwise indicated on the announcement. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% on each examination in order to be placed on the eligible list. Rate-out: A rate-out is an examination that involves a paper rating of the candidate's application using the following criteria: education, training, and experience. Candidates will not be scheduled for the rate-out process. Note: The rating of 70 referred to may be the same or other than an arithmetic 70% of the total possible points. Testing Accommodation: Candidates who require testing accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must call Human Resources Division at (209) 468-3370 prior to the examination date. Veteran's Points : Eligible veterans, unmarried widows and widowers of veterans of the United States Armed Forces who have been honorably discharged and who have served during wartime shall be given veteran's points in initial appointment to County service. Eligible veterans receive 5 points and eligible disabled veterans receive 10 points. Disabled veterans must submit a recent award letter stating a 10% service connected disability issued by the United States Veterans Administration. Note: A copy of your DD214 showing the discharge type must be received in the Human Resources by the date of the examination. Acceptable wartime service dates: September 16, 1940 to December 31, 1946 June 27, 1950 to January 31, 1955 August 5, 1964 to May 7, 1975 Persian Gulf War, August 2, 1990, through a date to be set by law or Presidential Proclamation. Eligible Lists: Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for one year, but may be extended up to two additional years by the Civil Service Commission. Certification/Referral: Names from the eligible list will be referred to the hiring department by the following methods. Rule of the Rank: The top three ranks will be referred for hiring interviews. If there are less than 5 names in the top three ranks the next rank is referred. This applies only to open competitive recruitments. Rule of Five: The top five names will be referred for hiring interviews. This applies only to department or countywide promotional examination. Physical Exam: Some classifications require physical examinations. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the physical examination. The County pays for physical examinations administered in its medical facilities. Pre-Employment Drug Screening Exam: Some classifications require a new employee successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the drug screen. The County pays for the initial drug screen. Employment of Relatives: Applicants who are relatives of employees in a department within the 3rd degree of relationship, (parent, child, grand parent, grand child or sibling) either by blood or marriage, may not be appointed, promoted, transferred into or within the department when; They are related to the Appointing Authority or The employment would result in one of them supervising the work of the other. Department Head may establish additional limitations on the hiring of relatives by departmental rule. Proof of Eligibility: If you are offered a job you will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish your eligibility to be employed in the U.S. HOW TO APPLY Apply Online: www.sjgov.org/department/hr By mail or in person: San Joaquin County Human Resources 44 N. San Joaquin Street Suite 330 Stockton, Ca 95202 Office hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; excluding holidays. Phone: (209) 468-3370 Job Line: For currentemployment opportunitiesplease callour 24-hour job line at (209) 468-3377. When a final filing date is indicated, applications must be filed with the Human Resources Division before 5:00 p.m. or postmarked by the final filing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Applications sent through county inter-office mail, which are not received by the final filing date, will not be accepted. ( The County assumes no responsibility for mailed applications which are not received by the Human Resources Division) . San Joaquin County Substance Abuse Policy: San Joaquin County has adopted a Substance Abuse Policy in compliance with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988. This policy is enforced by all San Joaquin County Departments and applies to all San Joaquin County employees. Equal Opportunity Employer : San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to www.sjgov.org/department/hr/eeo . Click on a link below to apply for this position: Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. Apply Online View and print the Supplemental Questionnaire. This recruitment requires completion of a supplemental questionnaire. You may view and print the supplemental questionnaire here . View and print the official application form as an Acrobat pdf file. A San Joaquin County application form is required for this recruitment. You may print this Acrobat PDF document and then fill it in. Contact us via conventional means. You may contact us by phone at (209) 468-3370, or by email , or apply for a job in person at the San Joaquin County Human Resources Division.

Nov 28, 2017

Full Time

The San Joaquin County Human Services Agency is seeking qualified applicants who are interested in a wonderful and rewarding career and are committed to assisting children and families with protective services through the use of multiple tools and strategies designed to be more inclusive of families and community support. An eligible list will be established as a result of this examination. The eligible list will be used to fill current and future full-time, part-time and temporary positions throughout the agency in the Child Protective Services Bureaus. Children's Protective Services Bureau: The Social Worker IVs who are assigned to work in Child Protective Services perform highly advanced social work duties in the areas of child protection, family preservation and reunification services, and permanency planning for children who are unable to be cared for by their biological parents. Social workers join these families and the community to promote long-term safety and well being for the children within those families. Please visit the San Joaquin County Human Services Agency website for more information about the Children's Protective Services Bureaus: www.sjchsa.org Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline. Offer of employment is contingent upon passing a DOJ Live Scan. NOTE: All correspondences relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file, Human Resources will send you correspondences via US Mail. TYPICAL DUTIES Supervises a caseload for clients requiring social services. Interviews clients in their homes, in the office, or via telephone to assess their needs and problems; evaluates individual and family case information; determines appropriate types and methods of treatment; initiates long- or short-term treatment plans; makes referrals to other agencies, organizations, or divisions within the department when appropriate; works with service providers to meet client needs; and advocates on behalf of clients. Researches, evaluates, develops, and carries out, in cooperation with the client, financial and basic social treatment plans; assesses and evaluates progress in case plan. Makes home visits to assess housing and health conditions and family relationships; refers cases of suspected abuse and/or neglect to appropriate unit. Investigates referrals and provides services to clients where their physical or emotional welfare is involved; provides services for individuals incapable of protecting themselves. Coordinates service plans with supervisor, eligibility workers, service providers, and other agencies. Prepares case records, reports, and correspondence, including documents for the Courts, and maintains appropriate controls; utilizes computer systems to input and retrieve information related to social service cases. Interprets and communicates policies, rules, and regulations of the department to clients, service providers, and the general public within the scope of responsibility; confers with supervisor regarding caseload problems. Attends court proceedings and testifies in court. Arranges for guardianship or conservatorship of clients. Participates in specialized activities depending on client population that include provision of adoption services, investigation of abuse and/or neglect, including financial abuse; renewal of conservatorships and evaluations of care homes/facilities; processes applications for service and assistance from clients, relatives, care providers, prospective adoptive parents, or others in need of help; recruits, studies, and selects adoptive homes, board and care facilities, and other care settings; places clients into care facilities as appropriate; assists care providers and institutional staff in meeting the need of clients. Performs comprehensive assessments of client's psychological, physical, social, and environmental needs; works with client and interdisciplinary team to develop a realistic service plan. Mentors assigned staff. Monitors program budget; prepares statistical reports and analyses; oversees contractual services. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Note: Supplemental application must be submitted with employment application. EITHER PATTERN I Experience : One (1) year as a Social Worker III in San Joaquin County Service. OR PATTERN II Education : Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university, preferably with a major in social work, sociology, psychology, counseling, or a closely related field. Experience : Four (4) years of paid full time social casework experience with adults, children, or families in a social services or health care setting, including two years in a protective social services setting. OR PATTERN III Education : Ability to obtain a master's degree in social work from a recognized school of social work based on a two-year program that included supervised field placement. Verification of degree must be provided prior to appointment. OR PATTERN IV Education : Ability to obtain a master's degree from an accredited college or university in counseling with a specialization in Marriage and Family Therapy (M.F.T.) based on a two year program with coursework sufficient to meet State standards for an M.F.T. license which included supervised field placement as part of the course. A current M.F.T. internship number must be provided prior to appointment. OR PATTERN V License : Possession of a State of California M.F.T. license. AND FOR ALL PATTERNS License : Possession of a valid California driver's license. KNOWLEDGE The principles and techniques of social work and of the role and function of the public social service agency; individual and group behavior of families, children, seniors, and disabled adults with emphasis on growth, development, aging, and family relationships; physical and mental illnesses and their impact on personality; principles of gerontology and the aging process; social casework objectives, principles, and methods; the socio-economic factors that promote stable family life and an understanding of the elements that affect family security; social service research methods; community organizations and the use of public or private community resources; personal computer systems; principles of report writing; principles of public relations; the laws, rules, and regulations governing the operation of public social service agencies; the goals involved in legislation directed toward the protection and rehabilitation of clients; principles of planning, organization, research, and analysis; principles of training and development; and state and federal laws and regulations, with particular emphasis on compliance requirements and funding allocations. ABILITY Establish rapport with clients and their families in working toward a solution or amelioration of their problems; analyze situations and conditions that require the application of specialized social work and other skills; assess and monitor client needs; develop and implement client care plans; apply casework skills and knowledge to meet goals; understand relevant laws, rules, and regulations; work cooperatively with fellow employees and the general public; demonstrate skill in planning and analysis; provide consultation to others; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; maintain effective working relationships; effectively apply casework knowledge and skills; and utilize supervision and direction effectively to meet agency's program goals; and operate a computer. PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Mobility -Frequent operation of computers; repetitive motion; sitting for extended periods; walking; frequent driving may be required; Lifting -Ability to frequently lift 5 pounds or less; occasionally 5 to 60 pounds; Vision -Constant good overall vision and reading/close-up work; frequent color perception and use of eye/hand coordination; occasional use of depth perception and peripheral vision; Dexterity -Normal dexterity with frequent writing and repetitive motions; Hearing/Talking -Frequent hearing and talking on the telephone and in person; Emotional/Psychological -Constant public contact, decision making and concentration, frequently working alone and exposure to trauma, grief and death; occasional exposure to noise, emergency situations; Special Requirements -Some assignments may require occasional weekends/nights, overtime and travel. BENEFITS Employees hired into this classification are members of a bargaining unit which is represented bySEIU Local 1021 . Health Insurance : San Joaquin County provides employees with a choice of three health plans: a Kaiser Plan, a Select Plan, and a Premier Plan. Employees pay a portion of the cost of the premium. Dependent coverage is also available. Dental Insurance : The County provides employees with a choice of two dental plans: Delta Dental and United Health Care-Select Managed Care Direct Compensation Plan. There is no cost for employee only coverage in either plan; dependent coverage is available at the employee's expense. Vision Insurance : The County provides vision coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is no cost for employee only coverage; dependent coverage is available at the employee's expense. For more detailed information on the County's benefits program, visit our website at www.sjgov.org under Human Resources/Employee Benefits. Life Insurance : The County provides eligible employees with life insurance coverage as follows: 1 but less than 3 years of continuous service: $1,000 3 but less than 5 years of continuous service: $3,000 5 but less than 10 years of continuous service: $5,000 10 years of continuous service or more: $10,000 Employee may purchase additional term life insurance at the group rate. 125 Flexible Benefits Plan : This is a voluntary program that allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to pay for health-related expenses that are not paid by a medical, dental or vision plan (Health Flexible Spending Account $2550 annual limit with a $500 carry over); and dependent care costs (Dependent Care Assistance Plan $5000 annual limit). Retirement Plan : Employees of the County are covered by the County Retirement Law of 1937. Please visit the San Joaquin County Employees' Retirement Association (SJCERA) at www.sjcera.org for more information. NOTE: If you are receiving a retirement allowance from another California county covered by the County Employees' Retirement Act of 1937 or from any governmental agency covered by the California Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS), you are advised to contact the Retirement Officer of the Retirement Plan from which you retired to determine what effect employment in San Joaquin County would have on your retirement allowance. Deferred Compensation :The County maintains a deferred compensation plan under Section 457 of the IRS code. You may annually contribute $18,000 or 100% of your includible compensation, whichever is less. Individuals age 50 or older may contribute to their plan, up to $24,000. The Roth IRA (after tax) is also now available. Vacation : Maximum earned vacation is 10 days each year up to 3 years; 15 days after 3 years; 20 days after 10 years; and 23 days after 20 years. Holidays : Effective July 1, 2017, all civil service status employees earn 14 paid holidays each year. Please see the appopriate MOU for details regarding holidays, accruals,use, and cashability of accrued time. Sick Leave : 12 working days of sick leave annually with unlimited accumulation. Sick leave incentive : An employee is eligible to receive eight hours administrative leave if the leave balance equals at least one- half of the cumulative amount that the employee is eligible to accrue. The employee must also be on payroll during the entire calendar year. Bereavement Leave : 3 days of paid leave for the death of an immediate family member, 2 additional days of accrued leave for death of employee's spouse, domestic partner, parent or child. Merit Salary Increase : New employees will receive the starting salary, which is the first step of the salary range. After employees serve 52 weeks (2080 hours) on each step of the range, they are eligible for a merit increase to the next step. Job Sharing : Employees may agree to job-share a position, subject to approval by a Department Head and the Director of Human Resources. Educational Reimbursement Program : Eligible employees may be reimbursed for career-related course work up to a maximum of $850 per fiscal year. Eligible employees enrolled in an approved four (4) year College or University academic program may be reimbursed up to $800 per semester for a maximum of $1600 per fiscal year. Parking Supplemental Downtown Stockton: The County contributes up to $17 per pay period for employees who pay for parking and are assigned to work in the Downtown Core Area. School Activities : Employees may take up to 40 hours per year, but not more than eight (8) hours per month, to participate in their children's school activities. Selection Procedures Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will go through the following examination process: Written Exam : The civil service written exam is a multiple choice format. If the written exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Oral Exam : The oral exam is a structured interview process that will assess the candidate's education, training, and experience and may include a practical exercise. The oral exam selection process is not a hiring interview. A panel of up to four people will determine the candidate's score and rank for placement on the eligible list. Top candidates from the eligible list are referred for hiring interviews. If the oral exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Written & Oral Exam: If both a written exam and an oral exam is administered, the written exam is weighted at 60% and the oral exam is weighted at 40% unless otherwise indicated on the announcement. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% on each examination in order to be placed on the eligible list. Rate-out: A rate-out is an examination that involves a paper rating of the candidate's application using the following criteria: education, training, and experience. Candidates will not be scheduled for the rate-out process. Note: The rating of 70 referred to may be the same or other than an arithmetic 70% of the total possible points. Testing Accommodation: Candidates who require testing accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must call Human Resources Division at (209) 468-3370 prior to the examination date. Veteran's Points : Eligible veterans, unmarried widows and widowers of veterans of the United States Armed Forces who have been honorably discharged and who have served during wartime shall be given veteran's points in initial appointment to County service. Eligible veterans receive 5 points and eligible disabled veterans receive 10 points. Disabled veterans must submit a recent award letter stating a 10% service connected disability issued by the United States Veterans Administration. Note: A copy of your DD214 showing the discharge type must be received in the Human Resources by the date of the examination. Acceptable wartime service dates: September 16, 1940 to December 31, 1946 June 27, 1950 to January 31, 1955 August 5, 1964 to May 7, 1975 Persian Gulf War, August 2, 1990, through a date to be set by law or Presidential Proclamation. Eligible Lists: Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for one year, but may be extended up to two additional years by the Civil Service Commission. Certification/Referral: Names from the eligible list will be referred to the hiring department by the following methods. Rule of the Rank: The top three ranks will be referred for hiring interviews. If there are less than 5 names in the top three ranks the next rank is referred. This applies only to open competitive recruitments. Rule of Five: The top five names will be referred for hiring interviews. This applies only to department or countywide promotional examination. Physical Exam: Some classifications require physical examinations. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the physical examination. The County pays for physical examinations administered in its medical facilities. Pre-Employment Drug Screening Exam: Some classifications require a new employee successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the drug screen. The County pays for the initial drug screen. Employment of Relatives: Applicants who are relatives of employees in a department within the 3rd degree of relationship, (parent, child, grand parent, grand child or sibling) either by blood or marriage, may not be appointed, promoted, transferred into or within the department when; They are related to the Appointing Authority or The employment would result in one of them supervising the work of the other. Department Head may establish additional limitations on the hiring of relatives by departmental rule. Proof of Eligibility: If you are offered a job you will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish your eligibility to be employed in the U.S. HOW TO APPLY Apply Online: www.sjgov.org/department/hr By mail or in person: San Joaquin County Human Resources 44 N. San Joaquin Street Suite 330 Stockton, Ca 95202 Office hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; excluding holidays. Phone: (209) 468-3370 Job Line: For currentemployment opportunitiesplease callour 24-hour job line at (209) 468-3377. When a final filing date is indicated, applications must be filed with the Human Resources Division before 5:00 p.m. or postmarked by the final filing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Applications sent through county inter-office mail, which are not received by the final filing date, will not be accepted. ( The County assumes no responsibility for mailed applications which are not received by the Human Resources Division) . San Joaquin County Substance Abuse Policy: San Joaquin County has adopted a Substance Abuse Policy in compliance with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988. This policy is enforced by all San Joaquin County Departments and applies to all San Joaquin County employees. Equal Opportunity Employer : San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to www.sjgov.org/department/hr/eeo . Click on a link below to apply for this position: Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. Apply Online View and print the Supplemental Questionnaire. This recruitment requires completion of a supplemental questionnaire. You may view and print the supplemental questionnaire here . View and print the official application form as an Acrobat pdf file. A San Joaquin County application form is required for this recruitment. You may print this Acrobat PDF document and then fill it in. Contact us via conventional means. You may contact us by phone at (209) 468-3370, or by email , or apply for a job in person at the San Joaquin County Human Resources Division.

The San Joaquin County Human Services Agency is seeking qualified applicants who are committed to assisting children and families involved with child protection services through the use of multiple tools and strategies designed to be more inclusive of families and community support. Social Worker V is the most advanced level in the Social Worker series. Social Workers Vs who work in Child Protective Services perform the most advanced social worker duties in the areas of child protection, family preservation and reunification services, and permanency planning for children who are unable to be cared for by their biological parents. This eligible list will be used to fill current vacancies in Child Protective Services but may also be used to fill vacancies as they occur in other areas of the agency. Please visit the San Joaquin County Human Services Agency website for more information about the Children's Protective Services Bureaus: www.sjchsa.org Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline. Offer of employment is contingent upon passing a DOJ Live Scan. NOTE: All correspondences relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file, Human Resources will send you correspondences via US Mail. TYPICAL DUTIES Supervises a caseload for clients requiring social services. Interviews clients in their homes, in the office, or via telephone to assess their needs and problems; evaluates individual and family case information; determines appropriate types and methods of treatment; initiates long- or short-term treatment plans; makes referrals to other agencies, organizations, or divisions within the department when appropriate; works with service providers to meet client needs; and advocates on behalf of clients. Researches, evaluates, develops, and carries out, in cooperation with the client, financial and basic social treatment plans; assesses and evaluates progress in case plan. Makes home visits to assess housing and health conditions and family relationships; refers cases of suspected abuse and/or neglect to appropriate unit. Investigates referrals and provides services to clients where their physical or emotional welfare is involved; provides services for individuals incapable of protecting themselves. Coordinates service plans with supervisor, eligibility workers, service providers, and other agencies. Prepares case records, reports, and correspondence, including documents for the Courts, and maintains appropriate controls; utilizes computer systems to input and retrieve information related to social service cases. Interprets and communicates policies, rules, and regulations of the department to clients, service providers, and the general public within the scope of responsibility; confers with supervisor regarding caseload problems. Attends court proceedings and testifies in court. Arranges for guardianship or conservatorship of clients. Participates in specialized activities depending on client population that include provision of adoption services, investigation of abuse and/or neglect, including financial abuse; renewal of conservatorships and evaluations of care homes/facilities; processes applications for service and assistance from clients, relatives, care providers, prospective adoptive parents, or others in need of help; recruits, studies, and selects adoptive homes, board and care facilities, and other care settings; places clients into care facilities as appropriate; assists care providers and institutional staff in meeting the need of clients. Performs comprehensive assessments of client's psychological, physical, social, and environmental needs; works with client and interdisciplinary team to develop a realistic service plan. Mentors assigned staff. Monitors program budget; prepares statistical reports and analyses; oversees contractual services. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Note: Supplemental application must be submitted with employment application. EITHER PATTERN I Education : A master's degree in social work from a recognized school of social work based on a two-year program that included supervised field placement. Experience : One (1) year of paid post-master's degree social casework experience equivalent to the class of Social Worker IV in San Joaquin County. Note : This requirement shall be waived for individuals employed within the Human Services Agency in the San Joaquin County class of Social Service Practitioner II upon implementation of classification study #02-30 by the Board of Supervisors. OR PATTERN II Education : A master's degree from an accredited college or university in counseling with a specialization in Marriage and Family Therapy (M.F.T.) based on a two year program with coursework sufficient to meet State standards for an M.F.T. license which included supervised field placement as part of the course. Verification must include the possession of an M.F.T. internship number. Experience : One (1) year of full time, paid post-master's social casework experience. OR PATTERN III License : Possession of a State of California M.F.T. license. Experience : One (1) year of full time, paid post-master's social casework experience. AND FOR ALL PATTERNS License : Possession of a valid California driver's license. KNOWLEDGE The principles and techniques of social work and the role and function of the public social service agency; principles of individual and group behavior with emphasis on normal growth, development, and family relationships; social casework objectives, principles, and methods; the socio-economic factors that promote stable family life and an understanding of the elements that affect family security; physical and mental illnesses, aging disabilities and their impact on personality; principles of gerontology and the aging process; social service research methods; community organization and the use of public or private community resources; the laws, rules and regulations governing the operation of public social service agencies; the goals involved in legislation directed toward the rehabilitation of clients; principles of interviewing; personal computer systems; principles of report writing; principles of public relations; principles of planning, organization, research, and analysis; principles of training and development; and state and federal laws and regulations, with particular emphasis on compliance requirements and funding allocations. ABILITY Establish rapport with clients and their families in working toward a solution or amelioration of their problems; analyze situations and conditions that require the application of specialized social work and other skills; assess and monitor client needs; develop and implement client care plans; apply casework skills and knowledge to meet goals; understand relevant laws, rules, and regulations; work cooperatively with fellow employees and the general public; demonstrate skill in planning and analysis; provide consultation to others; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; maintain effective working relationships; effectively apply casework knowledge and skills; and utilize supervision and direction effectively to meet agency's program goals; and operate a computer. PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Mobility -Frequent operation of computers; repetitive motion; sitting for extended periods; walking; frequent driving may be required; Lifting -Ability to frequently lift 5 pounds or less; occasionally 5 to 60 pounds; Vision -Constant good overall vision and reading/close-up work; frequent color perception and use of eye/hand coordination; occasional use of depth perception and peripheral vision; Dexterity -Normal dexterity with frequent writing and repetitive motions; Hearing/Talking -Frequent hearing and talking on the telephone and in person; Emotional/Psychological -Constant public contact, decision making and concentration; frequently working alone and exposure to trauma, grief and death; occasional exposure to noise, emergency situations; Special Requirements -Some assignments may require occasional weekends/nights, overtime, and travel. BENEFITS Employees hired into this classification are members of a bargaining unit which is represented bySEIU Local 1021 . Health Insurance : San Joaquin County provides employees with a choice of three health plans: a Kaiser Plan, a Select Plan, and a Premier Plan. Employees pay a portion of the cost of the premium. Dependent coverage is also available. Dental Insurance : The County provides employees with a choice of two dental plans: Delta Dental and United Health Care-Select Managed Care Direct Compensation Plan. There is no cost for employee only coverage in either plan; dependent coverage is available at the employee's expense. Vision Insurance : The County provides vision coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is no cost for employee only coverage; dependent coverage is available at the employee's expense. For more detailed information on the County's benefits program, visit our website at www.sjgov.org under Human Resources/Employee Benefits. Life Insurance : The County provides eligible employees with life insurance coverage as follows: 1 but less than 3 years of continuous service: $1,000 3 but less than 5 years of continuous service: $3,000 5 but less than 10 years of continuous service: $5,000 10 years of continuous service or more: $10,000 Employee may purchase additional term life insurance at the group rate. 125 Flexible Benefits Plan : This is a voluntary program that allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to pay for health-related expenses that are not paid by a medical, dental or vision plan (Health Flexible Spending Account $2550 annual limit with a $500 carry over); and dependent care costs (Dependent Care Assistance Plan $5000 annual limit). Retirement Plan : Employees of the County are covered by the County Retirement Law of 1937. Please visit the San Joaquin County Employees' Retirement Association (SJCERA) at www.sjcera.org for more information. NOTE: If you are receiving a retirement allowance from another California county covered by the County Employees' Retirement Act of 1937 or from any governmental agency covered by the California Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS), you are advised to contact the Retirement Officer of the Retirement Plan from which you retired to determine what effect employment in San Joaquin County would have on your retirement allowance. Deferred Compensation :The County maintains a deferred compensation plan under Section 457 of the IRS code. You may annually contribute $18,000 or 100% of your includible compensation, whichever is less. Individuals age 50 or older may contribute to their plan, up to $24,000. The Roth IRA (after tax) is also now available. Vacation : Maximum earned vacation is 10 days each year up to 3 years; 15 days after 3 years; 20 days after 10 years; and 23 days after 20 years. Holidays : Effective July 1, 2017, all civil service status employees earn 14 paid holidays each year. Please see the appopriate MOU for details regarding holidays, accruals,use, and cashability of accrued time. Sick Leave : 12 working days of sick leave annually with unlimited accumulation. Sick leave incentive : An employee is eligible to receive eight hours administrative leave if the leave balance equals at least one- half of the cumulative amount that the employee is eligible to accrue. The employee must also be on payroll during the entire calendar year. Bereavement Leave : 3 days of paid leave for the death of an immediate family member, 2 additional days of accrued leave for death of employee's spouse, domestic partner, parent or child. Merit Salary Increase : New employees will receive the starting salary, which is the first step of the salary range. After employees serve 52 weeks (2080 hours) on each step of the range, they are eligible for a merit increase to the next step. Job Sharing : Employees may agree to job-share a position, subject to approval by a Department Head and the Director of Human Resources. Educational Reimbursement Program : Eligible employees may be reimbursed for career-related course work up to a maximum of $850 per fiscal year. Eligible employees enrolled in an approved four (4) year College or University academic program may be reimbursed up to $800 per semester for a maximum of $1600 per fiscal year. Parking Supplemental Downtown Stockton: The County contributes up to $17 per pay period for employees who pay for parking and are assigned to work in the Downtown Core Area. School Activities : Employees may take up to 40 hours per year, but not more than eight (8) hours per month, to participate in their children's school activities. Selection Procedures Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will go through the following examination process: Written Exam : The civil service written exam is a multiple choice format. If the written exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Oral Exam : The oral exam is a structured interview process that will assess the candidate's education, training, and experience and may include a practical exercise. The oral exam selection process is not a hiring interview. A panel of up to four people will determine the candidate's score and rank for placement on the eligible list. Top candidates from the eligible list are referred for hiring interviews. If the oral exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Written & Oral Exam: If both a written exam and an oral exam is administered, the written exam is weighted at 60% and the oral exam is weighted at 40% unless otherwise indicated on the announcement. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% on each examination in order to be placed on the eligible list. Rate-out: A rate-out is an examination that involves a paper rating of the candidate's application using the following criteria: education, training, and experience. Candidates will not be scheduled for the rate-out process. Note: The rating of 70 referred to may be the same or other than an arithmetic 70% of the total possible points. Testing Accommodation: Candidates who require testing accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must call Human Resources Division at (209) 468-3370 prior to the examination date. Veteran's Points : Eligible veterans, unmarried widows and widowers of veterans of the United States Armed Forces who have been honorably discharged and who have served during wartime shall be given veteran's points in initial appointment to County service. Eligible veterans receive 5 points and eligible disabled veterans receive 10 points. Disabled veterans must submit a recent award letter stating a 10% service connected disability issued by the United States Veterans Administration. Note: A copy of your DD214 showing the discharge type must be received in the Human Resources by the date of the examination. Acceptable wartime service dates: September 16, 1940 to December 31, 1946 June 27, 1950 to January 31, 1955 August 5, 1964 to May 7, 1975 Persian Gulf War, August 2, 1990, through a date to be set by law or Presidential Proclamation. Eligible Lists: Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for one year, but may be extended up to two additional years by the Civil Service Commission. Certification/Referral: Names from the eligible list will be referred to the hiring department by the following methods. Rule of the Rank: The top three ranks will be referred for hiring interviews. If there are less than 5 names in the top three ranks the next rank is referred. This applies only to open competitive recruitments. Rule of Five: The top five names will be referred for hiring interviews. This applies only to department or countywide promotional examination. Physical Exam: Some classifications require physical examinations. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the physical examination. The County pays for physical examinations administered in its medical facilities. Pre-Employment Drug Screening Exam: Some classifications require a new employee successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the drug screen. The County pays for the initial drug screen. Employment of Relatives: Applicants who are relatives of employees in a department within the 3rd degree of relationship, (parent, child, grand parent, grand child or sibling) either by blood or marriage, may not be appointed, promoted, transferred into or within the department when; They are related to the Appointing Authority or The employment would result in one of them supervising the work of the other. Department Head may establish additional limitations on the hiring of relatives by departmental rule. Proof of Eligibility: If you are offered a job you will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish your eligibility to be employed in the U.S. HOW TO APPLY Apply Online: www.sjgov.org/department/hr By mail or in person: San Joaquin County Human Resources 44 N. San Joaquin Street Suite 330 Stockton, Ca 95202 Office hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; excluding holidays. Phone: (209) 468-3370 Job Line: For currentemployment opportunitiesplease callour 24-hour job line at (209) 468-3377. When a final filing date is indicated, applications must be filed with the Human Resources Division before 5:00 p.m. or postmarked by the final filing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Applications sent through county inter-office mail, which are not received by the final filing date, will not be accepted. ( The County assumes no responsibility for mailed applications which are not received by the Human Resources Division) . San Joaquin County Substance Abuse Policy: San Joaquin County has adopted a Substance Abuse Policy in compliance with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988. This policy is enforced by all San Joaquin County Departments and applies to all San Joaquin County employees. Equal Opportunity Employer : San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to www.sjgov.org/department/hr/eeo . Click on a link below to apply for this position: Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. Apply Online View and print the Supplemental Questionnaire. This recruitment requires completion of a supplemental questionnaire. You may view and print the supplemental questionnaire here . View and print the official application form as an Acrobat pdf file. A San Joaquin County application form is required for this recruitment. You may print this Acrobat PDF document and then fill it in. Contact us via conventional means. You may contact us by phone at (209) 468-3370, or by email , or apply for a job in person at the San Joaquin County Human Resources Division.

Nov 28, 2017

Full Time

The San Joaquin County Human Services Agency is seeking qualified applicants who are committed to assisting children and families involved with child protection services through the use of multiple tools and strategies designed to be more inclusive of families and community support. Social Worker V is the most advanced level in the Social Worker series. Social Workers Vs who work in Child Protective Services perform the most advanced social worker duties in the areas of child protection, family preservation and reunification services, and permanency planning for children who are unable to be cared for by their biological parents. This eligible list will be used to fill current vacancies in Child Protective Services but may also be used to fill vacancies as they occur in other areas of the agency. Please visit the San Joaquin County Human Services Agency website for more information about the Children's Protective Services Bureaus: www.sjchsa.org Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline. Offer of employment is contingent upon passing a DOJ Live Scan. NOTE: All correspondences relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file, Human Resources will send you correspondences via US Mail. TYPICAL DUTIES Supervises a caseload for clients requiring social services. Interviews clients in their homes, in the office, or via telephone to assess their needs and problems; evaluates individual and family case information; determines appropriate types and methods of treatment; initiates long- or short-term treatment plans; makes referrals to other agencies, organizations, or divisions within the department when appropriate; works with service providers to meet client needs; and advocates on behalf of clients. Researches, evaluates, develops, and carries out, in cooperation with the client, financial and basic social treatment plans; assesses and evaluates progress in case plan. Makes home visits to assess housing and health conditions and family relationships; refers cases of suspected abuse and/or neglect to appropriate unit. Investigates referrals and provides services to clients where their physical or emotional welfare is involved; provides services for individuals incapable of protecting themselves. Coordinates service plans with supervisor, eligibility workers, service providers, and other agencies. Prepares case records, reports, and correspondence, including documents for the Courts, and maintains appropriate controls; utilizes computer systems to input and retrieve information related to social service cases. Interprets and communicates policies, rules, and regulations of the department to clients, service providers, and the general public within the scope of responsibility; confers with supervisor regarding caseload problems. Attends court proceedings and testifies in court. Arranges for guardianship or conservatorship of clients. Participates in specialized activities depending on client population that include provision of adoption services, investigation of abuse and/or neglect, including financial abuse; renewal of conservatorships and evaluations of care homes/facilities; processes applications for service and assistance from clients, relatives, care providers, prospective adoptive parents, or others in need of help; recruits, studies, and selects adoptive homes, board and care facilities, and other care settings; places clients into care facilities as appropriate; assists care providers and institutional staff in meeting the need of clients. Performs comprehensive assessments of client's psychological, physical, social, and environmental needs; works with client and interdisciplinary team to develop a realistic service plan. Mentors assigned staff. Monitors program budget; prepares statistical reports and analyses; oversees contractual services. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Note: Supplemental application must be submitted with employment application. EITHER PATTERN I Education : A master's degree in social work from a recognized school of social work based on a two-year program that included supervised field placement. Experience : One (1) year of paid post-master's degree social casework experience equivalent to the class of Social Worker IV in San Joaquin County. Note : This requirement shall be waived for individuals employed within the Human Services Agency in the San Joaquin County class of Social Service Practitioner II upon implementation of classification study #02-30 by the Board of Supervisors. OR PATTERN II Education : A master's degree from an accredited college or university in counseling with a specialization in Marriage and Family Therapy (M.F.T.) based on a two year program with coursework sufficient to meet State standards for an M.F.T. license which included supervised field placement as part of the course. Verification must include the possession of an M.F.T. internship number. Experience : One (1) year of full time, paid post-master's social casework experience. OR PATTERN III License : Possession of a State of California M.F.T. license. Experience : One (1) year of full time, paid post-master's social casework experience. AND FOR ALL PATTERNS License : Possession of a valid California driver's license. KNOWLEDGE The principles and techniques of social work and the role and function of the public social service agency; principles of individual and group behavior with emphasis on normal growth, development, and family relationships; social casework objectives, principles, and methods; the socio-economic factors that promote stable family life and an understanding of the elements that affect family security; physical and mental illnesses, aging disabilities and their impact on personality; principles of gerontology and the aging process; social service research methods; community organization and the use of public or private community resources; the laws, rules and regulations governing the operation of public social service agencies; the goals involved in legislation directed toward the rehabilitation of clients; principles of interviewing; personal computer systems; principles of report writing; principles of public relations; principles of planning, organization, research, and analysis; principles of training and development; and state and federal laws and regulations, with particular emphasis on compliance requirements and funding allocations. ABILITY Establish rapport with clients and their families in working toward a solution or amelioration of their problems; analyze situations and conditions that require the application of specialized social work and other skills; assess and monitor client needs; develop and implement client care plans; apply casework skills and knowledge to meet goals; understand relevant laws, rules, and regulations; work cooperatively with fellow employees and the general public; demonstrate skill in planning and analysis; provide consultation to others; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; maintain effective working relationships; effectively apply casework knowledge and skills; and utilize supervision and direction effectively to meet agency's program goals; and operate a computer. PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Mobility -Frequent operation of computers; repetitive motion; sitting for extended periods; walking; frequent driving may be required; Lifting -Ability to frequently lift 5 pounds or less; occasionally 5 to 60 pounds; Vision -Constant good overall vision and reading/close-up work; frequent color perception and use of eye/hand coordination; occasional use of depth perception and peripheral vision; Dexterity -Normal dexterity with frequent writing and repetitive motions; Hearing/Talking -Frequent hearing and talking on the telephone and in person; Emotional/Psychological -Constant public contact, decision making and concentration; frequently working alone and exposure to trauma, grief and death; occasional exposure to noise, emergency situations; Special Requirements -Some assignments may require occasional weekends/nights, overtime, and travel. BENEFITS Employees hired into this classification are members of a bargaining unit which is represented bySEIU Local 1021 . Health Insurance : San Joaquin County provides employees with a choice of three health plans: a Kaiser Plan, a Select Plan, and a Premier Plan. Employees pay a portion of the cost of the premium. Dependent coverage is also available. Dental Insurance : The County provides employees with a choice of two dental plans: Delta Dental and United Health Care-Select Managed Care Direct Compensation Plan. There is no cost for employee only coverage in either plan; dependent coverage is available at the employee's expense. Vision Insurance : The County provides vision coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is no cost for employee only coverage; dependent coverage is available at the employee's expense. For more detailed information on the County's benefits program, visit our website at www.sjgov.org under Human Resources/Employee Benefits. Life Insurance : The County provides eligible employees with life insurance coverage as follows: 1 but less than 3 years of continuous service: $1,000 3 but less than 5 years of continuous service: $3,000 5 but less than 10 years of continuous service: $5,000 10 years of continuous service or more: $10,000 Employee may purchase additional term life insurance at the group rate. 125 Flexible Benefits Plan : This is a voluntary program that allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to pay for health-related expenses that are not paid by a medical, dental or vision plan (Health Flexible Spending Account $2550 annual limit with a $500 carry over); and dependent care costs (Dependent Care Assistance Plan $5000 annual limit). Retirement Plan : Employees of the County are covered by the County Retirement Law of 1937. Please visit the San Joaquin County Employees' Retirement Association (SJCERA) at www.sjcera.org for more information. NOTE: If you are receiving a retirement allowance from another California county covered by the County Employees' Retirement Act of 1937 or from any governmental agency covered by the California Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS), you are advised to contact the Retirement Officer of the Retirement Plan from which you retired to determine what effect employment in San Joaquin County would have on your retirement allowance. Deferred Compensation :The County maintains a deferred compensation plan under Section 457 of the IRS code. You may annually contribute $18,000 or 100% of your includible compensation, whichever is less. Individuals age 50 or older may contribute to their plan, up to $24,000. The Roth IRA (after tax) is also now available. Vacation : Maximum earned vacation is 10 days each year up to 3 years; 15 days after 3 years; 20 days after 10 years; and 23 days after 20 years. Holidays : Effective July 1, 2017, all civil service status employees earn 14 paid holidays each year. Please see the appopriate MOU for details regarding holidays, accruals,use, and cashability of accrued time. Sick Leave : 12 working days of sick leave annually with unlimited accumulation. Sick leave incentive : An employee is eligible to receive eight hours administrative leave if the leave balance equals at least one- half of the cumulative amount that the employee is eligible to accrue. The employee must also be on payroll during the entire calendar year. Bereavement Leave : 3 days of paid leave for the death of an immediate family member, 2 additional days of accrued leave for death of employee's spouse, domestic partner, parent or child. Merit Salary Increase : New employees will receive the starting salary, which is the first step of the salary range. After employees serve 52 weeks (2080 hours) on each step of the range, they are eligible for a merit increase to the next step. Job Sharing : Employees may agree to job-share a position, subject to approval by a Department Head and the Director of Human Resources. Educational Reimbursement Program : Eligible employees may be reimbursed for career-related course work up to a maximum of $850 per fiscal year. Eligible employees enrolled in an approved four (4) year College or University academic program may be reimbursed up to $800 per semester for a maximum of $1600 per fiscal year. Parking Supplemental Downtown Stockton: The County contributes up to $17 per pay period for employees who pay for parking and are assigned to work in the Downtown Core Area. School Activities : Employees may take up to 40 hours per year, but not more than eight (8) hours per month, to participate in their children's school activities. Selection Procedures Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will go through the following examination process: Written Exam : The civil service written exam is a multiple choice format. If the written exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Oral Exam : The oral exam is a structured interview process that will assess the candidate's education, training, and experience and may include a practical exercise. The oral exam selection process is not a hiring interview. A panel of up to four people will determine the candidate's score and rank for placement on the eligible list. Top candidates from the eligible list are referred for hiring interviews. If the oral exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Written & Oral Exam: If both a written exam and an oral exam is administered, the written exam is weighted at 60% and the oral exam is weighted at 40% unless otherwise indicated on the announcement. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% on each examination in order to be placed on the eligible list. Rate-out: A rate-out is an examination that involves a paper rating of the candidate's application using the following criteria: education, training, and experience. Candidates will not be scheduled for the rate-out process. Note: The rating of 70 referred to may be the same or other than an arithmetic 70% of the total possible points. Testing Accommodation: Candidates who require testing accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must call Human Resources Division at (209) 468-3370 prior to the examination date. Veteran's Points : Eligible veterans, unmarried widows and widowers of veterans of the United States Armed Forces who have been honorably discharged and who have served during wartime shall be given veteran's points in initial appointment to County service. Eligible veterans receive 5 points and eligible disabled veterans receive 10 points. Disabled veterans must submit a recent award letter stating a 10% service connected disability issued by the United States Veterans Administration. Note: A copy of your DD214 showing the discharge type must be received in the Human Resources by the date of the examination. Acceptable wartime service dates: September 16, 1940 to December 31, 1946 June 27, 1950 to January 31, 1955 August 5, 1964 to May 7, 1975 Persian Gulf War, August 2, 1990, through a date to be set by law or Presidential Proclamation. Eligible Lists: Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for one year, but may be extended up to two additional years by the Civil Service Commission. Certification/Referral: Names from the eligible list will be referred to the hiring department by the following methods. Rule of the Rank: The top three ranks will be referred for hiring interviews. If there are less than 5 names in the top three ranks the next rank is referred. This applies only to open competitive recruitments. Rule of Five: The top five names will be referred for hiring interviews. This applies only to department or countywide promotional examination. Physical Exam: Some classifications require physical examinations. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the physical examination. The County pays for physical examinations administered in its medical facilities. Pre-Employment Drug Screening Exam: Some classifications require a new employee successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the drug screen. The County pays for the initial drug screen. Employment of Relatives: Applicants who are relatives of employees in a department within the 3rd degree of relationship, (parent, child, grand parent, grand child or sibling) either by blood or marriage, may not be appointed, promoted, transferred into or within the department when; They are related to the Appointing Authority or The employment would result in one of them supervising the work of the other. Department Head may establish additional limitations on the hiring of relatives by departmental rule. Proof of Eligibility: If you are offered a job you will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish your eligibility to be employed in the U.S. HOW TO APPLY Apply Online: www.sjgov.org/department/hr By mail or in person: San Joaquin County Human Resources 44 N. San Joaquin Street Suite 330 Stockton, Ca 95202 Office hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; excluding holidays. Phone: (209) 468-3370 Job Line: For currentemployment opportunitiesplease callour 24-hour job line at (209) 468-3377. When a final filing date is indicated, applications must be filed with the Human Resources Division before 5:00 p.m. or postmarked by the final filing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Applications sent through county inter-office mail, which are not received by the final filing date, will not be accepted. ( The County assumes no responsibility for mailed applications which are not received by the Human Resources Division) . San Joaquin County Substance Abuse Policy: San Joaquin County has adopted a Substance Abuse Policy in compliance with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988. This policy is enforced by all San Joaquin County Departments and applies to all San Joaquin County employees. Equal Opportunity Employer : San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to www.sjgov.org/department/hr/eeo . Click on a link below to apply for this position: Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. Apply Online View and print the Supplemental Questionnaire. This recruitment requires completion of a supplemental questionnaire. You may view and print the supplemental questionnaire here . View and print the official application form as an Acrobat pdf file. A San Joaquin County application form is required for this recruitment. You may print this Acrobat PDF document and then fill it in. Contact us via conventional means. You may contact us by phone at (209) 468-3370, or by email , or apply for a job in person at the San Joaquin County Human Resources Division.

Introduction THIS IS AN ACCELERATED EXAMINATION : The examination consists of an on-going review of candidates' applications and supplemental questionnaires to verify possession of minimum qualifications. Those candidates who possess the minimum qualifications for the class will be placed on the eligible list based on an evaluation of education, training, and experience. The eligible list resulting from this recruitment and selection process may be used to fill future vacancies which may arise within the next year. This examination will cancel any existing list and may last approximately one year, but can be extended. This examination may be reopened as necessary and the names of additional candidates merged onto the existing list according to examination score. Applications will only be accepted on-line. Supplemental Questionnaire : A properly completed Supplemental Questionnaire must be submitted with each application. Applications and Supplemental Questionnaires must be in the possession of the Human Resource Services Department by 5:00 p.m. on the Last Day for Filing.Failure to submit the Supplemental Questionnaire will result in disqualification. QUALIFIED BILINGUAL PERSONS WHO SPEAK ENGLISH AND ARE ALSO FLUENT IN SPANISH, CHINESE, VIETNAMESE, CAMBODIAN, LAOTIAN, KOREAN, MIEN, TAGALOG, AMHARIC, FARSI, DARI, TIGRIGNA, RUSSIAN, ROMANIAN OR SIGN LANGUAGE ARE ESPECIALLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY. THERE IS AN ADDITIONAL BI WEEKLY COMPENSATION FOR PERSONS IN POSITIONS DESIGNATED BILINGUAL. Qualified candidates may be tested to demonstrate language proficiency. DESCRIPTION THE COUNTY Alameda County, located on the east side of San Francisco Bay, is California's seventh-largest county. The County employs 9,080 full-time employees and operates on an annual budget of $2.39 billion. Oakland, the County seat, is California's eighth largest city. One and a half million people call Alameda County home and live in a variety of incorporated cities, unincorporated communities and rural areas. As a major urban county, Alameda provides a full range of services to its citizens. The County is a blend of culturally and ethnically diverse communities, and its mixture of cosmopolitan and suburban areas provides the perfect environment for families and their active lifestyles. The County offers extensive cultural resources, countless recreational opportunities and an array of fine public and private colleges and universities. THE HEALTH CARE SERVICES AGENCY Alameda County's Health Services Program is administered by the Health Care Services Agency and includes the following program areas: Behavioral Health Care, Public Health, Environmental Health, and Agency Administration/Indigent Health. The ultimate mission of the Health Care Services Agency is to provide fully integrated health care services through a comprehensive network of public and private partnerships that ensure optimal health and well-being and respect the diversity of all residents. Health Care Services Agency currentlyhasmultiple career opportunities for experiencedprofessionals to become part of a service delivery team dedicated to the optimal health and well-being of Alameda County residents. BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CARE It is the mission of Behavioral Health Care Services to maximize the recovery, resilience and wellness of all eligible Alameda County residents who are developing or experiencing serious mental health, alcohol, or drug concerns. We envision communities where people realize their potential, and where stigma and discrimination against those with mental health, alcohol and/or drug issues are a thing of the past. Only through exemplifying the following Alameda County Behavioral Health Care Services values will we be successful: ACBHCS Access - where every door is the right door for welcoming people with complex needs; Consumer and Family Empowerment - through shared decision - making best practices, that clinically produce effective outcomes; Best Practices - business excellence that uses public resources cost - effectively; Health and Wellness - by integrating emotional, spiritual and physical health care; Culturally Responsive - appropriate services built on the strengths and life experiences of culturally diverse consumers and their families; Social Inclusion - utilizing advocacy and education to eliminate stigma, discrimination, isolation, and misunderstanding of persons with mental illness and substance abuse. For more information about the department of Behavioral Health Care Services, please visit www.acbhcs.org/ THE POSITION Under administrative and clinical direction, provides professional specialized medical or psychiatric diagnostic and therapeutic specialized services to clients of programs throughout Alameda County Health Care Services Agency; provides technical assistant in program development and medical consultation; assists in policy and protocol development, quality assurance and implementation of program standards;and performs related duties as required. DISTINGUISHING FEATURES This class is located in the Health Care Services Agency and may report to a Medical Director for clinical direction and to an Administrative Supervisor for general administrative direction. The incumbents provide specialized medical or psychiatric services to patients/clients, families and/or groups. The Physician III is distinguished from the Physician II class in that the latter provides general medical services. This class is further distinguished from the next higher class of Physician IV in that the latter class supervises a multidisciplinary team including professional, para-professional, and/or support staff. Special Requirement : The specialty designation for these positions require successful completion of a four year residency in Psychiatry. For a complete listing of all essential responsibilities and core competency requirements, please see the comprehensive Physician III Job Specification . MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS License Possession of a license to practice medicine in the State of California, Special Requirements: 1. In compliance with the Administrative Simplification provision of the Health Insurance and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), employees in this classification are required to possess a National Provider Identifier (NPI) number prior to their first day on the job. 2. In compliance with Medicare regulations, employees in this classification are required to complete the "Medicare Enrollment Process for Physicians and Non-Physician Practitioners" through the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, prior to their first day on the job. Active enrollment in Medicare is a condition of employment. Failure to attain or maintain active enrollment will result in termination. NOTE: The Civil Service Commission may modify the above Minimum Qualifications in the announcement of an examination. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS NOTE: The level and scope of the following knowledge and abilities are related to duties listed under the "Examples of Duties" section of this specification. The most suitably qualified candidates will possess the following competencies: Knowledge of: • Current developments, trends, and research in the medicine/ psychiatry field • Principles and practices of a specialized medical/psychiatric area • Principles, practices and techniques of medicine and its application • Pharmacology/psychopharmacology including law regarding informed consent, dosage ranges, drug incompatibilities, and side effects • Medical/Psychiatric diagnosis and treatment • Principals, practices and techniques of clinical supervision • Documentation requirements • HIPPA regulations • Medical ethics as they relate to patient/client care Ability to: • Develop and monitor appropriate treatment plans • Diagnose and treat patients/clients • Assist in the planning and coordination of medical specialty services • Clinically supervise licensed and professional staff • Serve on multidisciplinary teams • Maintain medical records and prepare reports • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients/clients, families, staff and others EXAMINATION COMPONENTS THE EXAMINATION WILL CONSIST OF THE FOLLOWING STEPS : 1) A review of candidates' applications to verify possession of minimum requirements. Those candidates who possess the minimum requirements for the class will move on to the next step in the examination process; 2) A screening of applications and/or Supplemental Questionnaires to select the best qualified candidates. Those selected will move on to the final step in the examination process. 3) Those candidates who have passed the Supplemental Questionnaire screening for the class will be placed on the eligible list based on an evaluation of education, training, and expertise. CANDIDATES MUST ATTAIN A QUALIFYING RATING ON EACH PORTION OF THIS EXAMINATION. ***We reserve the right to make changes to the announced examination components*** Alameda County utilizes a Civil Service Selection System founded on merit. Such a system is competitive and based on broad recruitment efforts and equal opportunity for qualified applicants to test in an examination process designed to determine the qualifications, fitness and ability of competitors to perform duties of the vacant position. Many of our recruitments are targeted and specific to the needs of a current vacant position, in which case, the eligible list may be exclusively used for that current vacant position. Other recruitments many be more broadly used for both current and future vacancies, or for other alternate jobs with comparable scopes of work. To learn more about our recruitment and selection process, please visit the "What You Need to Know" section of our website, www.acgov.org/hrs . Selection Plan Applicants will be informed via email with reasonable noticein advance of any examination process which will require their attendance. The following dates are tentative and subject to change based on the needs of the Agency: TENTATIVE SELECTION PLAN: Deadline for Filing TBD Review of Minimum Qualifications and Supplemental Questionnaire TBD Departmental Hiring Interview TBD WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO MAKE CHANGES TO THE ANNOUNCED RECRUITMENT & SELECTION PLAN Alameda County and the Human Resource Services Department will make reasonable efforts in the examination and/or selection process to accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities and/or medical conditions in accordance/compliance with the State Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), Federal Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Alameda County's Reasonable Accommodation Policy and applicable statues. To request an accommodation due to a disability/medical condition during this or other phases of the examination/selection process, please contact the assigned Human Resources Representative listed on the job announcement before the last date of filing. Alameda County requires applicants to provide supporting documentation to substantiate a request for reasonable accommodation. In order to qualify for a reasonable accommodation, applicants must have a disability/medical condition pursuant to the ADA, FEHA and applicable statutes. For more information regarding our Reasonable Accommodation procedures, please visit our website, www.acgov.org/hrs BENEFITS Alameda County offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that affords wide-ranging health care options to meet the different needs of a diverse workforce and their families. We also sponsor many different employee discount, fitness and health screening programs focused on overall well being. These benefits include but are not limited to*: For your Health & Welfare Benefits Medical - HMO & PPO Insurance Dental - PPO & DHMO Insurance Vision Basic Life Insurance Supplemental Life Insurance (with optional dependent coverage) County Allowance Health Flexible Spending Account Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account Accident, Critical Illness & Hospital Indemnity Employee Assistance Program For your Financial Future Short-term Disability Insurance Long-Term Disability Insurance Retirement Plan - (Defined Benefit Pension Plan) Deferred Compensation Plan For your Work/Life Balance 11 paid holidays Vacation and sick leave accrual Vacation purchase program Management Paid Leave** Group Auto/Home Commuter Benefits Program Guaranteed Ride Home Employee Wellness Program (e.g. At Work Fitness, Incentive Based Programs, Gym Membership Discounts) Employee Discount Program (e.g. theme parks, cell phone, etc.) Child Care Resources 1 st United Services Credit Union *Eligibility is determined by Alameda County and offerings may vary by collective bargaining agreement. This provides a brief summary of the benefits offered and can be subject to change. ** Non-exempt management employees are entitled to up to three days of management paid leave. Exempt management employees are entitled to up to seven days of management paid leave. Conclusion All notices related to County recruitments for which you have applied will be sent/delivered via email. Please add @acgov.org and alamedacountyHR@acgov.org as accepted addresses to any email blocking or spam filtering program you may use. If you do not do this, your email blocking or spam filtering program may block receipt of the notices regarding your application for recruitments. You are also strongly advised to regularly log into your County of Alameda online application account to check for notices that may have been sent to you. All email notices that will be sent to you will also be kept in your personal online application account. You will be able to view all of your notices in your online application account by clicking on the "My applications" button on the Current Job Openings page. Please take the steps recommended above to insure you do not miss any notices about a recruitment for which you have applied. The County of Alameda is not responsible for notices that are not read, received or accessed by any applicant for a County recruitment. NOTE: All notices are generated through an automated email notification system. Replies to the email box alamedacountyHR@acgov.org are routed to an unmonitored mailbox. All notices are generated through an automated email notification system. If you have questions please go to our website at www.acgov.org/hrs . You may also contact the Human Resources Analyst listed on the job announcement for the recruitment for which you have applied. Nicole Lewis-Bolton,Human Resources Analyst II Human Resource Services, County of Alameda (510) 272-6468 • nicole.lewis-bolton@acgov.org

Jun 01, 2017

Full Time

Introduction THIS IS AN ACCELERATED EXAMINATION : The examination consists of an on-going review of candidates' applications and supplemental questionnaires to verify possession of minimum qualifications. Those candidates who possess the minimum qualifications for the class will be placed on the eligible list based on an evaluation of education, training, and experience. The eligible list resulting from this recruitment and selection process may be used to fill future vacancies which may arise within the next year. This examination will cancel any existing list and may last approximately one year, but can be extended. This examination may be reopened as necessary and the names of additional candidates merged onto the existing list according to examination score. Applications will only be accepted on-line. Supplemental Questionnaire : A properly completed Supplemental Questionnaire must be submitted with each application. Applications and Supplemental Questionnaires must be in the possession of the Human Resource Services Department by 5:00 p.m. on the Last Day for Filing.Failure to submit the Supplemental Questionnaire will result in disqualification. QUALIFIED BILINGUAL PERSONS WHO SPEAK ENGLISH AND ARE ALSO FLUENT IN SPANISH, CHINESE, VIETNAMESE, CAMBODIAN, LAOTIAN, KOREAN, MIEN, TAGALOG, AMHARIC, FARSI, DARI, TIGRIGNA, RUSSIAN, ROMANIAN OR SIGN LANGUAGE ARE ESPECIALLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY. THERE IS AN ADDITIONAL BI WEEKLY COMPENSATION FOR PERSONS IN POSITIONS DESIGNATED BILINGUAL. Qualified candidates may be tested to demonstrate language proficiency. DESCRIPTION THE COUNTY Alameda County, located on the east side of San Francisco Bay, is California's seventh-largest county. The County employs 9,080 full-time employees and operates on an annual budget of $2.39 billion. Oakland, the County seat, is California's eighth largest city. One and a half million people call Alameda County home and live in a variety of incorporated cities, unincorporated communities and rural areas. As a major urban county, Alameda provides a full range of services to its citizens. The County is a blend of culturally and ethnically diverse communities, and its mixture of cosmopolitan and suburban areas provides the perfect environment for families and their active lifestyles. The County offers extensive cultural resources, countless recreational opportunities and an array of fine public and private colleges and universities. THE HEALTH CARE SERVICES AGENCY Alameda County's Health Services Program is administered by the Health Care Services Agency and includes the following program areas: Behavioral Health Care, Public Health, Environmental Health, and Agency Administration/Indigent Health. The ultimate mission of the Health Care Services Agency is to provide fully integrated health care services through a comprehensive network of public and private partnerships that ensure optimal health and well-being and respect the diversity of all residents. Health Care Services Agency currentlyhasmultiple career opportunities for experiencedprofessionals to become part of a service delivery team dedicated to the optimal health and well-being of Alameda County residents. BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CARE It is the mission of Behavioral Health Care Services to maximize the recovery, resilience and wellness of all eligible Alameda County residents who are developing or experiencing serious mental health, alcohol, or drug concerns. We envision communities where people realize their potential, and where stigma and discrimination against those with mental health, alcohol and/or drug issues are a thing of the past. Only through exemplifying the following Alameda County Behavioral Health Care Services values will we be successful: ACBHCS Access - where every door is the right door for welcoming people with complex needs; Consumer and Family Empowerment - through shared decision - making best practices, that clinically produce effective outcomes; Best Practices - business excellence that uses public resources cost - effectively; Health and Wellness - by integrating emotional, spiritual and physical health care; Culturally Responsive - appropriate services built on the strengths and life experiences of culturally diverse consumers and their families; Social Inclusion - utilizing advocacy and education to eliminate stigma, discrimination, isolation, and misunderstanding of persons with mental illness and substance abuse. For more information about the department of Behavioral Health Care Services, please visit www.acbhcs.org/ THE POSITION Under administrative and clinical direction, provides professional specialized medical or psychiatric diagnostic and therapeutic specialized services to clients of programs throughout Alameda County Health Care Services Agency; provides technical assistant in program development and medical consultation; assists in policy and protocol development, quality assurance and implementation of program standards;and performs related duties as required. DISTINGUISHING FEATURES This class is located in the Health Care Services Agency and may report to a Medical Director for clinical direction and to an Administrative Supervisor for general administrative direction. The incumbents provide specialized medical or psychiatric services to patients/clients, families and/or groups. The Physician III is distinguished from the Physician II class in that the latter provides general medical services. This class is further distinguished from the next higher class of Physician IV in that the latter class supervises a multidisciplinary team including professional, para-professional, and/or support staff. Special Requirement : The specialty designation for these positions require successful completion of a four year residency in Psychiatry. For a complete listing of all essential responsibilities and core competency requirements, please see the comprehensive Physician III Job Specification . MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS License Possession of a license to practice medicine in the State of California, Special Requirements: 1. In compliance with the Administrative Simplification provision of the Health Insurance and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), employees in this classification are required to possess a National Provider Identifier (NPI) number prior to their first day on the job. 2. In compliance with Medicare regulations, employees in this classification are required to complete the "Medicare Enrollment Process for Physicians and Non-Physician Practitioners" through the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, prior to their first day on the job. Active enrollment in Medicare is a condition of employment. Failure to attain or maintain active enrollment will result in termination. NOTE: The Civil Service Commission may modify the above Minimum Qualifications in the announcement of an examination. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS NOTE: The level and scope of the following knowledge and abilities are related to duties listed under the "Examples of Duties" section of this specification. The most suitably qualified candidates will possess the following competencies: Knowledge of: • Current developments, trends, and research in the medicine/ psychiatry field • Principles and practices of a specialized medical/psychiatric area • Principles, practices and techniques of medicine and its application • Pharmacology/psychopharmacology including law regarding informed consent, dosage ranges, drug incompatibilities, and side effects • Medical/Psychiatric diagnosis and treatment • Principals, practices and techniques of clinical supervision • Documentation requirements • HIPPA regulations • Medical ethics as they relate to patient/client care Ability to: • Develop and monitor appropriate treatment plans • Diagnose and treat patients/clients • Assist in the planning and coordination of medical specialty services • Clinically supervise licensed and professional staff • Serve on multidisciplinary teams • Maintain medical records and prepare reports • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients/clients, families, staff and others EXAMINATION COMPONENTS THE EXAMINATION WILL CONSIST OF THE FOLLOWING STEPS : 1) A review of candidates' applications to verify possession of minimum requirements. Those candidates who possess the minimum requirements for the class will move on to the next step in the examination process; 2) A screening of applications and/or Supplemental Questionnaires to select the best qualified candidates. Those selected will move on to the final step in the examination process. 3) Those candidates who have passed the Supplemental Questionnaire screening for the class will be placed on the eligible list based on an evaluation of education, training, and expertise. CANDIDATES MUST ATTAIN A QUALIFYING RATING ON EACH PORTION OF THIS EXAMINATION. ***We reserve the right to make changes to the announced examination components*** Alameda County utilizes a Civil Service Selection System founded on merit. Such a system is competitive and based on broad recruitment efforts and equal opportunity for qualified applicants to test in an examination process designed to determine the qualifications, fitness and ability of competitors to perform duties of the vacant position. Many of our recruitments are targeted and specific to the needs of a current vacant position, in which case, the eligible list may be exclusively used for that current vacant position. Other recruitments many be more broadly used for both current and future vacancies, or for other alternate jobs with comparable scopes of work. To learn more about our recruitment and selection process, please visit the "What You Need to Know" section of our website, www.acgov.org/hrs . Selection Plan Applicants will be informed via email with reasonable noticein advance of any examination process which will require their attendance. The following dates are tentative and subject to change based on the needs of the Agency: TENTATIVE SELECTION PLAN: Deadline for Filing TBD Review of Minimum Qualifications and Supplemental Questionnaire TBD Departmental Hiring Interview TBD WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO MAKE CHANGES TO THE ANNOUNCED RECRUITMENT & SELECTION PLAN Alameda County and the Human Resource Services Department will make reasonable efforts in the examination and/or selection process to accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities and/or medical conditions in accordance/compliance with the State Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), Federal Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Alameda County's Reasonable Accommodation Policy and applicable statues. To request an accommodation due to a disability/medical condition during this or other phases of the examination/selection process, please contact the assigned Human Resources Representative listed on the job announcement before the last date of filing. Alameda County requires applicants to provide supporting documentation to substantiate a request for reasonable accommodation. In order to qualify for a reasonable accommodation, applicants must have a disability/medical condition pursuant to the ADA, FEHA and applicable statutes. For more information regarding our Reasonable Accommodation procedures, please visit our website, www.acgov.org/hrs BENEFITS Alameda County offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that affords wide-ranging health care options to meet the different needs of a diverse workforce and their families. We also sponsor many different employee discount, fitness and health screening programs focused on overall well being. These benefits include but are not limited to*: For your Health & Welfare Benefits Medical - HMO & PPO Insurance Dental - PPO & DHMO Insurance Vision Basic Life Insurance Supplemental Life Insurance (with optional dependent coverage) County Allowance Health Flexible Spending Account Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account Accident, Critical Illness & Hospital Indemnity Employee Assistance Program For your Financial Future Short-term Disability Insurance Long-Term Disability Insurance Retirement Plan - (Defined Benefit Pension Plan) Deferred Compensation Plan For your Work/Life Balance 11 paid holidays Vacation and sick leave accrual Vacation purchase program Management Paid Leave** Group Auto/Home Commuter Benefits Program Guaranteed Ride Home Employee Wellness Program (e.g. At Work Fitness, Incentive Based Programs, Gym Membership Discounts) Employee Discount Program (e.g. theme parks, cell phone, etc.) Child Care Resources 1 st United Services Credit Union *Eligibility is determined by Alameda County and offerings may vary by collective bargaining agreement. This provides a brief summary of the benefits offered and can be subject to change. ** Non-exempt management employees are entitled to up to three days of management paid leave. Exempt management employees are entitled to up to seven days of management paid leave. Conclusion All notices related to County recruitments for which you have applied will be sent/delivered via email. Please add @acgov.org and alamedacountyHR@acgov.org as accepted addresses to any email blocking or spam filtering program you may use. If you do not do this, your email blocking or spam filtering program may block receipt of the notices regarding your application for recruitments. You are also strongly advised to regularly log into your County of Alameda online application account to check for notices that may have been sent to you. All email notices that will be sent to you will also be kept in your personal online application account. You will be able to view all of your notices in your online application account by clicking on the "My applications" button on the Current Job Openings page. Please take the steps recommended above to insure you do not miss any notices about a recruitment for which you have applied. The County of Alameda is not responsible for notices that are not read, received or accessed by any applicant for a County recruitment. NOTE: All notices are generated through an automated email notification system. Replies to the email box alamedacountyHR@acgov.org are routed to an unmonitored mailbox. All notices are generated through an automated email notification system. If you have questions please go to our website at www.acgov.org/hrs . You may also contact the Human Resources Analyst listed on the job announcement for the recruitment for which you have applied. Nicole Lewis-Bolton,Human Resources Analyst II Human Resource Services, County of Alameda (510) 272-6468 • nicole.lewis-bolton@acgov.org

PHYSICAL THERAPIST I This recruitment is open to the public for a minimum of five business days, and will remain open on a continuous basis until 11:59 p.m. (PST) on the day the County's needs are met. This recruitment is being held to establish an Open Eligible List to fill current and future Physical Therapist I vacancies with Health Care Agency, California Children's Services until the next recruitment. THE OPPORTUNITY: The County of Orange, Health Care Agency Medical Therapy Program within California Children's Services is recruiting for an entry level Physical Therapist to provide treatment for children from birth to 21 years of age who have neurological, neuromuscular, and/or complex orthopedic conditions. Physical Therapist I classification requires no experience. The California Children's Services (CCS) Medical Therapy Program (MTP) provides medically necessary physical and occupational therapy services in Medical Therapy Units (MTU) located in public school settings. For detailed information on California Children's Services click here. Additional responsibilities of the Physical Therapist I will also include but are not limited to: Administers therapeutic evaluation and complete written reports electronically Works closely with patients and their families to promote maximum function and development Provides treatment in a center based program Provides consultation in the MTU, community and home setting Completes daily documentation regarding treatment sessions Works collaboratively with other team members to assure that patients and their families are provided with appropriate bracing, Durable Medical Equipment (DME) and training to maximize the patient's function Opportunities may be in any one of the following twelve Medical Therapy Unit locations: Anaheim (2 MTUs), Costa Mesa, Dana Point, Fullerton, Garden Grove, Irvine, Mission Viejo, Placentia, Santa Ana, Tustin, or Westminster. Physical Therapist I works on a flexible 9/80 schedule, Monday through Thursday, nine hours per day, 8 hours every other Friday with the opposite Friday off. Work schedule may change to meet CCS department needs. The County of Orange does not provide sponsorship for HB-1 applicants. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS AND CORE COMPETENCIES: The ideal candidate will demonstrate the following: Training and Knowledge: Current research and clinical treatment approaches in the diagnosis served by the CCS Medical Therapy Program Scope of physical therapy practice and current treatment models/frames of reference for treatment of patients with childhood - onset physical disabilities Psychological impacts of chronic disability on the patient throughout various stages of development Social and psychological impacts to the family of a patient with chronic disabilities and health care needs Understanding appropriate durable medical equipment that meets the medical, functional, and safety needs of the patient Being analytical on how to effectively design and implement a physical therapy program that best meets the needs of the patient and their family within the context of the environment and community the child functions Using Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook proficiently Communication, Collaboration and Team Work: Interacting with families in an emotionally supportive and therapeutic manner Understanding the social and psychological impacts to the family of a patient with chronic disabilities and health care needs Having excellent written and verbal communications skills Maintaining regular communication with supervisor regarding caseload Keeping accurate and organize caseload records and reports Participating in an assessment activities as a member of multidisciplinary team MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: For detailed information on Physical Therapist I minimum qualifications, including Physical Requirements and Environmental conditions click here. RECRUITMENT PROCESS: Human Resource Services (HRS) screens all applications to identify the qualified candidates for the position based on the skills required to meet the needs of the County. After the initial screening, the qualified candidates will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the competition. Online Assessment | Multiple Choice (Weighted 100%): Candidates who meet minimum qualifications will be invited to participate in one or more job-related assessments. Candidates will be notified of their test date and access code, if applicable. Only the more qualified candidates will be placed on the eligible list. Based on the Department's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedure. Eligible List: Once the assessment has been completed, Human Resource Services will establish an eligible list of candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to a selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION EMAIL NOTIFICATION: Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account. NOTE: User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply. Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site. Please check your email folders, including spam/junk folders, and/or accept emails ending with "governmentjobs.com" and "ocgov.com." If your email address should change, please update your profile at www.governmentjobs.com . FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: Click here for additional Frequently Asked Questions. For specific information pertaining to this recruitment, contact Jenny Lopez at (714) 834-4605 or jenlopez@ochca.com . Follow us on EEO INFORMATION Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer, encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Jul 12, 2017

Full Time

PHYSICAL THERAPIST I This recruitment is open to the public for a minimum of five business days, and will remain open on a continuous basis until 11:59 p.m. (PST) on the day the County's needs are met. This recruitment is being held to establish an Open Eligible List to fill current and future Physical Therapist I vacancies with Health Care Agency, California Children's Services until the next recruitment. THE OPPORTUNITY: The County of Orange, Health Care Agency Medical Therapy Program within California Children's Services is recruiting for an entry level Physical Therapist to provide treatment for children from birth to 21 years of age who have neurological, neuromuscular, and/or complex orthopedic conditions. Physical Therapist I classification requires no experience. The California Children's Services (CCS) Medical Therapy Program (MTP) provides medically necessary physical and occupational therapy services in Medical Therapy Units (MTU) located in public school settings. For detailed information on California Children's Services click here. Additional responsibilities of the Physical Therapist I will also include but are not limited to: Administers therapeutic evaluation and complete written reports electronically Works closely with patients and their families to promote maximum function and development Provides treatment in a center based program Provides consultation in the MTU, community and home setting Completes daily documentation regarding treatment sessions Works collaboratively with other team members to assure that patients and their families are provided with appropriate bracing, Durable Medical Equipment (DME) and training to maximize the patient's function Opportunities may be in any one of the following twelve Medical Therapy Unit locations: Anaheim (2 MTUs), Costa Mesa, Dana Point, Fullerton, Garden Grove, Irvine, Mission Viejo, Placentia, Santa Ana, Tustin, or Westminster. Physical Therapist I works on a flexible 9/80 schedule, Monday through Thursday, nine hours per day, 8 hours every other Friday with the opposite Friday off. Work schedule may change to meet CCS department needs. The County of Orange does not provide sponsorship for HB-1 applicants. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS AND CORE COMPETENCIES: The ideal candidate will demonstrate the following: Training and Knowledge: Current research and clinical treatment approaches in the diagnosis served by the CCS Medical Therapy Program Scope of physical therapy practice and current treatment models/frames of reference for treatment of patients with childhood - onset physical disabilities Psychological impacts of chronic disability on the patient throughout various stages of development Social and psychological impacts to the family of a patient with chronic disabilities and health care needs Understanding appropriate durable medical equipment that meets the medical, functional, and safety needs of the patient Being analytical on how to effectively design and implement a physical therapy program that best meets the needs of the patient and their family within the context of the environment and community the child functions Using Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook proficiently Communication, Collaboration and Team Work: Interacting with families in an emotionally supportive and therapeutic manner Understanding the social and psychological impacts to the family of a patient with chronic disabilities and health care needs Having excellent written and verbal communications skills Maintaining regular communication with supervisor regarding caseload Keeping accurate and organize caseload records and reports Participating in an assessment activities as a member of multidisciplinary team MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: For detailed information on Physical Therapist I minimum qualifications, including Physical Requirements and Environmental conditions click here. RECRUITMENT PROCESS: Human Resource Services (HRS) screens all applications to identify the qualified candidates for the position based on the skills required to meet the needs of the County. After the initial screening, the qualified candidates will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the competition. Online Assessment | Multiple Choice (Weighted 100%): Candidates who meet minimum qualifications will be invited to participate in one or more job-related assessments. Candidates will be notified of their test date and access code, if applicable. Only the more qualified candidates will be placed on the eligible list. Based on the Department's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedure. Eligible List: Once the assessment has been completed, Human Resource Services will establish an eligible list of candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to a selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION EMAIL NOTIFICATION: Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account. NOTE: User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply. Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site. Please check your email folders, including spam/junk folders, and/or accept emails ending with "governmentjobs.com" and "ocgov.com." If your email address should change, please update your profile at www.governmentjobs.com . FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: Click here for additional Frequently Asked Questions. For specific information pertaining to this recruitment, contact Jenny Lopez at (714) 834-4605 or jenlopez@ochca.com . Follow us on EEO INFORMATION Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer, encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST I This recruitment is open to the public for a minimum of five business days and will remain open on a continuous basis until 11:59 p.m. (PST) on the day the County's needs are met. The eligible list established through this recruitment will be used to fill current and future Occupational Therapist I positions within Health Care Agency, California Children's Services until the next recruitment. THE OPPORTUNITY: The County of Orange, Health Care Agency , Medical Therapy Program (MTP) within California Children's Services (CCS) is recruiting for an entry level Occupational Therapists to provide medically necessary physical and occupational therapy services in Medical Therapy Units (MTU) located in public school settings. Responsibilities of the position will include but are not limited to: Administers therapeutic evaluation and complete written reports electronically Provides treatment for children from birth to 21 years of age who have neurological, neuromuscular, and/or complex orthopedic conditions Works closely with the children and their families to promote maximum function and development Performs treatment in a center based program Attends Individualized Education Program (IEP) Conducts consultation in the home and school settings Completes daily documentation regarding treatment sessions Works collaboratively with other team members to assure that children and their families are provided with appropriate Durable Medical Equipment (DME) and training to maximize the child's function For the Occupational Therapist I classification, recent graduates may be hired with a non-renewable Occupational therapist Limited Permit. However, an Occupational Therapist Limited Permit is valid for no more than four months and an Occupational Therapist license must be obtained within the timelines established by the California Board of Occupational Therapy. Failure to obtain Licensure may result in immediate failure of probation. Opportunities may be in any one of the following twelve Medical Therapy Unit locations: Anaheim (2 MTUs), Costa Mesa, Dana Point, Fullerton, Garden Grove, Irvine, Mission Viejo, Placentia, Santa Ana, Tustin, or Westminster. Occupational Therapists work on a flexible 9/80 schedule, Monday through Thursday, nine hours per day, 8 hours every other Friday with the opposite Friday off. The County of Orange does not provide sponsorship for HB-1 applicants. For detailed information on California Children's Services click here. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS AND CORE COMPETENCIES: The ideal candidate will have training performing similar job responsibilities listed above. The ideal candidate will also demonstrate the following: Knowledge of: Principles and methods of occupational therapy and skill in administering occupational therapy Current research and clinical treatment approaches in the diagnosis served by the CCS Medical Therapy Program Skeletal anatomy, kinesiology, neurology, range of motion, muscle testing procedures, and basic pathology involved in neuromuscular and/or orthopedic handicaps Scope of Occupational therapy practice and current treatment models/frames of reference for treatment of children with physical disabilities Psychological impacts of chronic disability on the child throughout various stages of development Social and psychological impacts to the family of a child with chronic disabilities and health care needs Normal and abnormal child development Construction and or/use of adaptive equipment and splints/orthoses Appropriate durable medical equipment that meets the medical, functional and safety needs of the child How to effectively design and implement an occupational therapy program that best meets the needs of the child and their family within the context of the environment and community the child functions within Proficient in using Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook Communication, Collaboration and Team Work: Interacting with families in an emotionally supportive and therapeutic manner Demonstrating excellent written and verbal communications skills Establishing and maintaining effective working relationship with staff, colleagues, physicians, outside agencies, county personnel, and the general public Maintaining regular communication with supervisor regarding caseload Keeping accurate records for assigned caseload Participating in assessment activities as a member of multidisciplinary team MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: For detailed information on Occupational Therapist I minimum qualifications, including Physical Requirements and Environmental Conditions click here. RECRUITMENT PROCESS: Human Resource Services screens all applications to identify the qualified candidates for the position based on the skills required to meet the needs of the County. After the initial screening, the qualified candidates will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the competition. Online Assessment | Written Exam (Weighted 100%): Candidates who meet minimum qualifications will be invited to participate in one or more job-related assessments. Candidates will be notified of their test date and access code, if applicable. Only the most successful candidates will be placed on the eligible list. Based on the Department's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedure. Eligible List: Once the assessment has been completed, HRS will establish an eligible list of candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to a selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION EMAIL NOTIFICATION: Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account. NOTE: User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply. Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site. Please check your email folders, including spam/junk folders, and/or accept emails ending with "governmentjobs.com" and "ocgov.com." If your email address should change, please update your profile at www.governmentjobs.com . FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: Click here for additional Frequently Asked Questions. For specific information pertaining to this recruitment, contact Jenny Lopez at (714) 834-4605 or jenlopez@ochca.com . Follow us on EEO INFORMATION Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer, encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Jul 12, 2017

Full Time

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST I This recruitment is open to the public for a minimum of five business days and will remain open on a continuous basis until 11:59 p.m. (PST) on the day the County's needs are met. The eligible list established through this recruitment will be used to fill current and future Occupational Therapist I positions within Health Care Agency, California Children's Services until the next recruitment. THE OPPORTUNITY: The County of Orange, Health Care Agency , Medical Therapy Program (MTP) within California Children's Services (CCS) is recruiting for an entry level Occupational Therapists to provide medically necessary physical and occupational therapy services in Medical Therapy Units (MTU) located in public school settings. Responsibilities of the position will include but are not limited to: Administers therapeutic evaluation and complete written reports electronically Provides treatment for children from birth to 21 years of age who have neurological, neuromuscular, and/or complex orthopedic conditions Works closely with the children and their families to promote maximum function and development Performs treatment in a center based program Attends Individualized Education Program (IEP) Conducts consultation in the home and school settings Completes daily documentation regarding treatment sessions Works collaboratively with other team members to assure that children and their families are provided with appropriate Durable Medical Equipment (DME) and training to maximize the child's function For the Occupational Therapist I classification, recent graduates may be hired with a non-renewable Occupational therapist Limited Permit. However, an Occupational Therapist Limited Permit is valid for no more than four months and an Occupational Therapist license must be obtained within the timelines established by the California Board of Occupational Therapy. Failure to obtain Licensure may result in immediate failure of probation. Opportunities may be in any one of the following twelve Medical Therapy Unit locations: Anaheim (2 MTUs), Costa Mesa, Dana Point, Fullerton, Garden Grove, Irvine, Mission Viejo, Placentia, Santa Ana, Tustin, or Westminster. Occupational Therapists work on a flexible 9/80 schedule, Monday through Thursday, nine hours per day, 8 hours every other Friday with the opposite Friday off. The County of Orange does not provide sponsorship for HB-1 applicants. For detailed information on California Children's Services click here. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS AND CORE COMPETENCIES: The ideal candidate will have training performing similar job responsibilities listed above. The ideal candidate will also demonstrate the following: Knowledge of: Principles and methods of occupational therapy and skill in administering occupational therapy Current research and clinical treatment approaches in the diagnosis served by the CCS Medical Therapy Program Skeletal anatomy, kinesiology, neurology, range of motion, muscle testing procedures, and basic pathology involved in neuromuscular and/or orthopedic handicaps Scope of Occupational therapy practice and current treatment models/frames of reference for treatment of children with physical disabilities Psychological impacts of chronic disability on the child throughout various stages of development Social and psychological impacts to the family of a child with chronic disabilities and health care needs Normal and abnormal child development Construction and or/use of adaptive equipment and splints/orthoses Appropriate durable medical equipment that meets the medical, functional and safety needs of the child How to effectively design and implement an occupational therapy program that best meets the needs of the child and their family within the context of the environment and community the child functions within Proficient in using Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook Communication, Collaboration and Team Work: Interacting with families in an emotionally supportive and therapeutic manner Demonstrating excellent written and verbal communications skills Establishing and maintaining effective working relationship with staff, colleagues, physicians, outside agencies, county personnel, and the general public Maintaining regular communication with supervisor regarding caseload Keeping accurate records for assigned caseload Participating in assessment activities as a member of multidisciplinary team MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: For detailed information on Occupational Therapist I minimum qualifications, including Physical Requirements and Environmental Conditions click here. RECRUITMENT PROCESS: Human Resource Services screens all applications to identify the qualified candidates for the position based on the skills required to meet the needs of the County. After the initial screening, the qualified candidates will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the competition. Online Assessment | Written Exam (Weighted 100%): Candidates who meet minimum qualifications will be invited to participate in one or more job-related assessments. Candidates will be notified of their test date and access code, if applicable. Only the most successful candidates will be placed on the eligible list. Based on the Department's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedure. Eligible List: Once the assessment has been completed, HRS will establish an eligible list of candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to a selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION EMAIL NOTIFICATION: Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account. NOTE: User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply. Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site. Please check your email folders, including spam/junk folders, and/or accept emails ending with "governmentjobs.com" and "ocgov.com." If your email address should change, please update your profile at www.governmentjobs.com . FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: Click here for additional Frequently Asked Questions. For specific information pertaining to this recruitment, contact Jenny Lopez at (714) 834-4605 or jenlopez@ochca.com . Follow us on EEO INFORMATION Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer, encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

About the Department and the Position GENERAL INFORMATION This recruitment is being conducted to fill vacancies for the Health Services Agency and establish an eligible list to fill future part-time vacancies throughout Stanislaus County. While this is a continuous recruitment, we encourage you to apply immediately as this recruitment may close at any time. Bilingual candidates are highly encouraged to apply. Additional compensation of $0.85 per hour will be paid to eligible certified bilingual employees. Oral examinations will be administered on a monthly basis beginning the week of July 31, 2017. Cell phones are typically incompatible with the online application format or browser. We recommend using a desktop or laptop computer. If you are still having technical difficulties please call NEOGOV @ 1-855-524-5627. ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT: The Health Services Agency (HSA) is a network of outpatient medical programs and services. The Health Services Agency includes medical offices in seven locations throughout Stanislaus County; Community Health Services (offering traditional public health services to the community); health education programs and participates in the Valley Consortium for Medical Education (VCME), a California nonprofit public benefit corporation. The HSA holds strongly to its vision of "Healthy People in a Healthy Stanislaus" by developing its services with the community, in ways that support community need. ABOUT THE POSITION Medical Assistants in HSA clinics perform both administrative and clinical tasks in the support of licensed health practitioners. Medical Assistants perform various medically related activities that, if not performed by a Medical Assistant, would have to be done by a Registered Nurse. Examples are: documenting medical histories, taking vital signs, explaining treatment procedures to patients, disposal of contaminated supplies, changing wound dressings, drawing blood, giving injections and immunizations, performing CLIA waived lab tests, performing Audiology and Vision screening etc. The Medical Assistants ensure the clinic flow is timely by: preparing charts, assuring patients and charts are ready for the provider at the specific appointment time or in advance for prior review, assisting during procedures, entering an order in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR), and following-up on referrals sent to various specialists. Medical Assistants perform other related duties as assigned. Medical Assistants will be assigned to one "home" Clinic: Paradise Medical Office/Urgent Care, Hughson Medical Office, McHenry Medical Office, Ceres Medical Office, Turlock Medical Office, Family and Pediatric Health Center or the Specialty Clinic. However, Medical Assistants must be willing to travel to any one of the seven locations based on staffing and client volumes when needed. This position requires a lot of flexibility in schedules and is subject to overtime, standby, and callback assignments. Typical Tasks Greet patients in a courteous manner and explain clinic procedures; Prepare and stock all rooms, check equipment and supplies daily and maintain according to assignment; Prepare patient for examination, including weight, height, vital signs, and chart data on medical record; Plot data on growth chart when appropriate; Assist Physicians and other providers with procedures; Ensure charts are complete, including all lab, x-ray and special reports, prior to start of clinic; Assist in coordinating the admission of patients to the hospital according to policy; Clean rooms and equipment after each examination and prepare for next patient following appropriate infection control techniques; Review the visit notes and identify items for action; Review billing document to make sure all appropriate charges are captured; Match list of patients with visits and with charge document and submit for billing; Assist and/or obtain surgical consents, authorizations, and/or referrals; Communicate appropriate patient care information in a timely manner with licensed staff to assure quality patient care; Assist in physical transfer of patients using proper body mechanics; Document pertinent observations of visits per current charting policy; Initiate and follow emergency measures including CPR, fire and disaster procedures; Perform Department Quality Assurance functions as assigned; and Restock, check expiration dates, and maintain current stock supplies. Minimum Qualifications (Skills, Ability, Knowledge, Education/Experience) SKILLS/ABILITIES Print or write legibly and keep simple records; Use a medical dictionary and correctly spell medical terminology; Follow simple to technical oral and written directions carefully and exactly; Accurately take and record patient's vital signs; Protect patient confidentiality and follow HIPAA rules and regulations; Use stethoscope, thermometer, blood pressure cuffs and scales; Communicate effectively and explain procedures; Keep supervisor informed of work priorities and problems; Maintain an empathetic and courteous attitude toward patients and patients visitors; Work effectively under stress or in emergency situations; Set up diagnostic equipment for various procedures; and Transfer patients to wheelchair and transport patients via wheelchair. KNOWLEDGE Body mechanics and proper lifting techniques; Isolation procedures, sterile technique, and care of contaminated dressing and supplies; and Basic anatomy and disease processes. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE Medical Assistant Certificate; AND Six (6) months full-time experience in a Medical Clinic; AND High School Diploma or GED; AND Valid BLS CPR card for Healthcare Providers. A current BLS CPR card for Healthcare Providers and Medical Assistant Certificate/Diploma from an accredited vocational school or college is required for verification purposes at the time of application. Applicants who are unable to submit proof must call 209-558-8204 to make other arrangements before 5 pm on the final filing date. Failure to submit proof or make other arrangements before the final filing deadline will result in disqualification. LICENSE Must possess and maintain a valid California Driver's License and remain free from repeated preventable accidents. In addition to the minimum qualifications, applicant screening will focus on the following desirable qualifications. Please list any of these qualifications you may have within the "Duties" section of the online application. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS Possess a certification/license from the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), American Medical Technologies (AMT), California Certifying Board of Medical Assistants (CCBMA), or National Healthcareer Association (NHA); OR One (1) year experience in a Health Services Agency Clinic; OR One (1) year experience with Electronic Medical Records; AND Be open and willing to work a flexible schedule including; mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends, and overtime shifts. Application and Selection Procedures CONVICTION/CRIMINAL HISTORY INFORMATION QUESTIONNAIRE Once it is determined that you meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you will receive an email informing you to complete a conviction questionnaire (you may be asked to complete this process for each application submitted). You will have five (5) working days from the date on the email to follow the detailed instructions and complete the questionnaire. A completed conviction questionnaire is required to continue in the recruitment process. CLASSIFICATION INFORMATION Unless otherwise provided, this position is part of the Classified Service of the County and is assigned to the Technical Services Bargaining Unit for labor relations purposes. Individuals who are in a full-time classification position are required to serve a twelve-month probationary period, which may be extended an additional six months, for a total of eighteen months. The probationary period does not apply to unclassified positions. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY The County of Stanislaus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to submit online application(s) for open position(s). Stanislaus County is committed to establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, supervisors, and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy related condition, marital status, gender/sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (over 40), political affiliation or belief, or military or veteran status. APPLICATION PROCEDURES/FINAL FILING DATE Applications cannot be submitted later than 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date. Make your online application as complete as possible so a full and realistic appraisal may be made of your qualifications. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Attaching your resume and cover letter are an optional feature for those who wish to do so in addition to completing the required application. Information on your resume and cover letter will not substitute for the education, work experience and required fields on the County application. The online County application is the primary tool used to evaluate your job qualifications. RECRUITMENT ACCOMMODATIONS Arrangements may be made to accommodate disabilities and religious convictions. Applicants requiring testing accommodations are required to complete and submit the Testing Accommodation Request Form prior to the test administration date. Special arrangements for religious convictions should be included in the "Additional Information" section of the application form. http://www.stancounty.com/personnel/pdf/ADATestingForm.pdf GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS • Pass County-paid pre-employment drug screening and job-related background investigation. • Perform job duties in a manner assuring a safe working environment for oneself and others. • Maintain confidential information according to the legal standards and/or County regulations as required. APPLICATION AND/OR EXAMINATION APPEAL RIGHTS Application and/or examination results may be appealed by applicants presenting facts alleging irregularity, fraud and/or error in application screening or in exam scoring. Appeals must be in writing and submitted to the Chief Executive Officer within seven (7) days after the examination results are mailed. DISCLAIMER Stanislaus County reserves the right to revise the examination plan described in this bulletin to better meet the needs of County service. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an express or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice. The information contained in the bulletin is information, which sets forth a general summary of benefits for this respective position. This information is not legally binding. The benefits and other information regarding this position may be found in the Stanislaus County Code, the Stanislaus County Personnel Policies manual, or in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, and such information prevails over information contained in this bulletin. Questions regarding this bulletin may be directed to the Stanislaus County Chief Executive Office/ Human Resources. The Job Task Analysis provides information detailing the physical and functional demands of the classification. For the complete job task analysis, visit the Risk Management website at http://www.stancounty.com/riskmgmt/ under "Disability Management."

Jul 12, 2017

Part Time

About the Department and the Position GENERAL INFORMATION This recruitment is being conducted to fill vacancies for the Health Services Agency and establish an eligible list to fill future part-time vacancies throughout Stanislaus County. While this is a continuous recruitment, we encourage you to apply immediately as this recruitment may close at any time. Bilingual candidates are highly encouraged to apply. Additional compensation of $0.85 per hour will be paid to eligible certified bilingual employees. Oral examinations will be administered on a monthly basis beginning the week of July 31, 2017. Cell phones are typically incompatible with the online application format or browser. We recommend using a desktop or laptop computer. If you are still having technical difficulties please call NEOGOV @ 1-855-524-5627. ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT: The Health Services Agency (HSA) is a network of outpatient medical programs and services. The Health Services Agency includes medical offices in seven locations throughout Stanislaus County; Community Health Services (offering traditional public health services to the community); health education programs and participates in the Valley Consortium for Medical Education (VCME), a California nonprofit public benefit corporation. The HSA holds strongly to its vision of "Healthy People in a Healthy Stanislaus" by developing its services with the community, in ways that support community need. ABOUT THE POSITION Medical Assistants in HSA clinics perform both administrative and clinical tasks in the support of licensed health practitioners. Medical Assistants perform various medically related activities that, if not performed by a Medical Assistant, would have to be done by a Registered Nurse. Examples are: documenting medical histories, taking vital signs, explaining treatment procedures to patients, disposal of contaminated supplies, changing wound dressings, drawing blood, giving injections and immunizations, performing CLIA waived lab tests, performing Audiology and Vision screening etc. The Medical Assistants ensure the clinic flow is timely by: preparing charts, assuring patients and charts are ready for the provider at the specific appointment time or in advance for prior review, assisting during procedures, entering an order in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR), and following-up on referrals sent to various specialists. Medical Assistants perform other related duties as assigned. Medical Assistants will be assigned to one "home" Clinic: Paradise Medical Office/Urgent Care, Hughson Medical Office, McHenry Medical Office, Ceres Medical Office, Turlock Medical Office, Family and Pediatric Health Center or the Specialty Clinic. However, Medical Assistants must be willing to travel to any one of the seven locations based on staffing and client volumes when needed. This position requires a lot of flexibility in schedules and is subject to overtime, standby, and callback assignments. Typical Tasks Greet patients in a courteous manner and explain clinic procedures; Prepare and stock all rooms, check equipment and supplies daily and maintain according to assignment; Prepare patient for examination, including weight, height, vital signs, and chart data on medical record; Plot data on growth chart when appropriate; Assist Physicians and other providers with procedures; Ensure charts are complete, including all lab, x-ray and special reports, prior to start of clinic; Assist in coordinating the admission of patients to the hospital according to policy; Clean rooms and equipment after each examination and prepare for next patient following appropriate infection control techniques; Review the visit notes and identify items for action; Review billing document to make sure all appropriate charges are captured; Match list of patients with visits and with charge document and submit for billing; Assist and/or obtain surgical consents, authorizations, and/or referrals; Communicate appropriate patient care information in a timely manner with licensed staff to assure quality patient care; Assist in physical transfer of patients using proper body mechanics; Document pertinent observations of visits per current charting policy; Initiate and follow emergency measures including CPR, fire and disaster procedures; Perform Department Quality Assurance functions as assigned; and Restock, check expiration dates, and maintain current stock supplies. Minimum Qualifications (Skills, Ability, Knowledge, Education/Experience) SKILLS/ABILITIES Print or write legibly and keep simple records; Use a medical dictionary and correctly spell medical terminology; Follow simple to technical oral and written directions carefully and exactly; Accurately take and record patient's vital signs; Protect patient confidentiality and follow HIPAA rules and regulations; Use stethoscope, thermometer, blood pressure cuffs and scales; Communicate effectively and explain procedures; Keep supervisor informed of work priorities and problems; Maintain an empathetic and courteous attitude toward patients and patients visitors; Work effectively under stress or in emergency situations; Set up diagnostic equipment for various procedures; and Transfer patients to wheelchair and transport patients via wheelchair. KNOWLEDGE Body mechanics and proper lifting techniques; Isolation procedures, sterile technique, and care of contaminated dressing and supplies; and Basic anatomy and disease processes. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE Medical Assistant Certificate; AND Six (6) months full-time experience in a Medical Clinic; AND High School Diploma or GED; AND Valid BLS CPR card for Healthcare Providers. A current BLS CPR card for Healthcare Providers and Medical Assistant Certificate/Diploma from an accredited vocational school or college is required for verification purposes at the time of application. Applicants who are unable to submit proof must call 209-558-8204 to make other arrangements before 5 pm on the final filing date. Failure to submit proof or make other arrangements before the final filing deadline will result in disqualification. LICENSE Must possess and maintain a valid California Driver's License and remain free from repeated preventable accidents. In addition to the minimum qualifications, applicant screening will focus on the following desirable qualifications. Please list any of these qualifications you may have within the "Duties" section of the online application. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS Possess a certification/license from the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), American Medical Technologies (AMT), California Certifying Board of Medical Assistants (CCBMA), or National Healthcareer Association (NHA); OR One (1) year experience in a Health Services Agency Clinic; OR One (1) year experience with Electronic Medical Records; AND Be open and willing to work a flexible schedule including; mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends, and overtime shifts. Application and Selection Procedures CONVICTION/CRIMINAL HISTORY INFORMATION QUESTIONNAIRE Once it is determined that you meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you will receive an email informing you to complete a conviction questionnaire (you may be asked to complete this process for each application submitted). You will have five (5) working days from the date on the email to follow the detailed instructions and complete the questionnaire. A completed conviction questionnaire is required to continue in the recruitment process. CLASSIFICATION INFORMATION Unless otherwise provided, this position is part of the Classified Service of the County and is assigned to the Technical Services Bargaining Unit for labor relations purposes. Individuals who are in a full-time classification position are required to serve a twelve-month probationary period, which may be extended an additional six months, for a total of eighteen months. The probationary period does not apply to unclassified positions. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY The County of Stanislaus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to submit online application(s) for open position(s). Stanislaus County is committed to establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, supervisors, and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy related condition, marital status, gender/sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (over 40), political affiliation or belief, or military or veteran status. APPLICATION PROCEDURES/FINAL FILING DATE Applications cannot be submitted later than 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date. Make your online application as complete as possible so a full and realistic appraisal may be made of your qualifications. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Attaching your resume and cover letter are an optional feature for those who wish to do so in addition to completing the required application. Information on your resume and cover letter will not substitute for the education, work experience and required fields on the County application. The online County application is the primary tool used to evaluate your job qualifications. RECRUITMENT ACCOMMODATIONS Arrangements may be made to accommodate disabilities and religious convictions. Applicants requiring testing accommodations are required to complete and submit the Testing Accommodation Request Form prior to the test administration date. Special arrangements for religious convictions should be included in the "Additional Information" section of the application form. http://www.stancounty.com/personnel/pdf/ADATestingForm.pdf GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS • Pass County-paid pre-employment drug screening and job-related background investigation. • Perform job duties in a manner assuring a safe working environment for oneself and others. • Maintain confidential information according to the legal standards and/or County regulations as required. APPLICATION AND/OR EXAMINATION APPEAL RIGHTS Application and/or examination results may be appealed by applicants presenting facts alleging irregularity, fraud and/or error in application screening or in exam scoring. Appeals must be in writing and submitted to the Chief Executive Officer within seven (7) days after the examination results are mailed. DISCLAIMER Stanislaus County reserves the right to revise the examination plan described in this bulletin to better meet the needs of County service. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an express or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice. The information contained in the bulletin is information, which sets forth a general summary of benefits for this respective position. This information is not legally binding. The benefits and other information regarding this position may be found in the Stanislaus County Code, the Stanislaus County Personnel Policies manual, or in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, and such information prevails over information contained in this bulletin. Questions regarding this bulletin may be directed to the Stanislaus County Chief Executive Office/ Human Resources. The Job Task Analysis provides information detailing the physical and functional demands of the classification. For the complete job task analysis, visit the Risk Management website at http://www.stancounty.com/riskmgmt/ under "Disability Management."

PHYSICAL THERAPIST II This recruitment is open to the public for a minimum of five business days, and will remain open on a continuous basis until 11:59 p.m. (PST) on the day the County's needs are met. This recruitment is being held to establish an Open Eligible List to fill current and future Physical Therapist II vacancies with Health Care Agency, California Children's Services until the next recruitment. This recruitment may also be used to fill positions in similar and/or lower classifications throughout the County of Orange. THE OPPORTUNITY: The County of Orange, Health Care Agency Medical Therapy Program within California Children's Services is seeking an experienced Physical Therapist to perform more advanced or specialized treatments to children from birth to 21 years of age who have neurological, neuromuscular, and/or complex orthopedic conditions. The California Children's Services (CCS) Medical Therapy Program (MTP) provides medically necessary physical and occupational therapy services in Medical Therapy Units (MTU) located in public school settings. For detailed information on California Children's Services click here. Additional responsibilities of the Physical Therapist II will also include but are not limited to: Administers comprehensive physical therapy evaluations, treatment and related follow up services and complete detailed written reports electronically Provides physical therapy, including selection and use of assistive medical technology Works closely and effectively with the children and their families to promote maximum function and development Provides treatment in a center based program Participates in Individualized Education Program (IEP) and provides consultation in the home and school settings Completes daily comprehensive documentation regarding treatment sessions Works collaboratively with other team members to assure that children and their families are provided with appropriate Durable Medical Equipment (DME) and training to maximize the child's function. Formulates individualized intervention outcomes and activities with parents and other providers Opportunities may be in any one of the following twelve Medical Therapy Unit locations: Anaheim (2 MTUs), Costa Mesa, Dana Point, Fullerton, Garden Grove, Irvine, Mission Viejo, Placentia, Santa Ana, Tustin, or Westminster. The Physical Therapist II works on a flexible 9/80 schedule, Monday through Thursday, nine hours per day, 8 hours every other Friday with the opposite Friday off. Work schedule may change to meet CCS department needs. The County of Orange does not provide sponsorship for HB-1 applicants. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS AND CORE COMPETENCIES: The ideal candidate will possess one (1) or more years of full time pediatric experience or two (2) or more years combined experience in treating patients with neuromuscular diseases and childhood onset disabilities. The ideal candidate will also demonstrate the following: Clinical Expertise and Knowledge: Obtaining medical data through physical therapy evaluation process using appropriate assessment tools Developing treatment plan with measurable goals Selecting and implementing treatment methods that develop, improve and retain functioning skills Understanding of medical terminology used in physical therapy Creating treatment sessions to maximize patient participation Recommending treatment plan alternatives appropriately Constructing and/or using of adaptive equipment and splints/orthoses Using and recommending appropriate durable medical equipment that meets the medical, functional, and safety needs of the patient Designing and implementing a physical therapy program that best meets the needs of the patient and their family within the context of the environment and community the patient functions within Using Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook proficiently Communication, Collaboration and Team Work: Interacting with families in an emotionally supportive and therapeutic manner Having excellent written and verbal communications skills Maintaining regular communication with supervisor regarding caseload Keeping accurate and organize caseload records and reports Participating in an assessment activities as a member of multidisciplinary team MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: For detailed information on Physical Therapist II minimum qualifications, including Physical Requirements and Environmental Conditions click here. RECRUITMENT PROCESS: Human Resource Services (HRS) screens all applications to identify the qualified candidates for the position based on the skills required to meet the needs of the County. After the initial screening, the qualified candidates will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the competition. Desirable Qualifications Screening (Refer/Non-Refer): Applications and supplemental responses will be screened for qualifications that are highly desirable and most needed to successfully perform the duties of this job. Only those applications exhibiting qualifications as listed in the job bulletin will be referred to the next step. Online Assessment | Multiple Choice (Weighted 100%): Candidates who meet desirable qualifications will be invited to participate in one or more job-related assessments. Candidates will be notified of their test date and access code, if applicable. Only the most qualified candidates will be placed on the eligible list. Based on the Department's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedure. Eligible List: Once the assessment has been completed, Human Resource Services will establish an eligible list of candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to a selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION EMAIL NOTIFICATION: Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account. NOTE: User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply. Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site. Please check your email folders, including spam/junk folders, and/or accept emails ending with "governmentjobs.com" and "ocgov.com." If your email address should change, please update your profile at www.governmentjobs.com . FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: Click here for additional Frequently Asked Questions. For specific information pertaining to this recruitment, contact Jenny Lopez at (714) 834-4605 or jenlopez@ochca.com . Follow us on EEO INFORMATION Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer, encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Jul 12, 2017

Full Time

PHYSICAL THERAPIST II This recruitment is open to the public for a minimum of five business days, and will remain open on a continuous basis until 11:59 p.m. (PST) on the day the County's needs are met. This recruitment is being held to establish an Open Eligible List to fill current and future Physical Therapist II vacancies with Health Care Agency, California Children's Services until the next recruitment. This recruitment may also be used to fill positions in similar and/or lower classifications throughout the County of Orange. THE OPPORTUNITY: The County of Orange, Health Care Agency Medical Therapy Program within California Children's Services is seeking an experienced Physical Therapist to perform more advanced or specialized treatments to children from birth to 21 years of age who have neurological, neuromuscular, and/or complex orthopedic conditions. The California Children's Services (CCS) Medical Therapy Program (MTP) provides medically necessary physical and occupational therapy services in Medical Therapy Units (MTU) located in public school settings. For detailed information on California Children's Services click here. Additional responsibilities of the Physical Therapist II will also include but are not limited to: Administers comprehensive physical therapy evaluations, treatment and related follow up services and complete detailed written reports electronically Provides physical therapy, including selection and use of assistive medical technology Works closely and effectively with the children and their families to promote maximum function and development Provides treatment in a center based program Participates in Individualized Education Program (IEP) and provides consultation in the home and school settings Completes daily comprehensive documentation regarding treatment sessions Works collaboratively with other team members to assure that children and their families are provided with appropriate Durable Medical Equipment (DME) and training to maximize the child's function. Formulates individualized intervention outcomes and activities with parents and other providers Opportunities may be in any one of the following twelve Medical Therapy Unit locations: Anaheim (2 MTUs), Costa Mesa, Dana Point, Fullerton, Garden Grove, Irvine, Mission Viejo, Placentia, Santa Ana, Tustin, or Westminster. The Physical Therapist II works on a flexible 9/80 schedule, Monday through Thursday, nine hours per day, 8 hours every other Friday with the opposite Friday off. Work schedule may change to meet CCS department needs. The County of Orange does not provide sponsorship for HB-1 applicants. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS AND CORE COMPETENCIES: The ideal candidate will possess one (1) or more years of full time pediatric experience or two (2) or more years combined experience in treating patients with neuromuscular diseases and childhood onset disabilities. The ideal candidate will also demonstrate the following: Clinical Expertise and Knowledge: Obtaining medical data through physical therapy evaluation process using appropriate assessment tools Developing treatment plan with measurable goals Selecting and implementing treatment methods that develop, improve and retain functioning skills Understanding of medical terminology used in physical therapy Creating treatment sessions to maximize patient participation Recommending treatment plan alternatives appropriately Constructing and/or using of adaptive equipment and splints/orthoses Using and recommending appropriate durable medical equipment that meets the medical, functional, and safety needs of the patient Designing and implementing a physical therapy program that best meets the needs of the patient and their family within the context of the environment and community the patient functions within Using Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook proficiently Communication, Collaboration and Team Work: Interacting with families in an emotionally supportive and therapeutic manner Having excellent written and verbal communications skills Maintaining regular communication with supervisor regarding caseload Keeping accurate and organize caseload records and reports Participating in an assessment activities as a member of multidisciplinary team MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: For detailed information on Physical Therapist II minimum qualifications, including Physical Requirements and Environmental Conditions click here. RECRUITMENT PROCESS: Human Resource Services (HRS) screens all applications to identify the qualified candidates for the position based on the skills required to meet the needs of the County. After the initial screening, the qualified candidates will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the competition. Desirable Qualifications Screening (Refer/Non-Refer): Applications and supplemental responses will be screened for qualifications that are highly desirable and most needed to successfully perform the duties of this job. Only those applications exhibiting qualifications as listed in the job bulletin will be referred to the next step. Online Assessment | Multiple Choice (Weighted 100%): Candidates who meet desirable qualifications will be invited to participate in one or more job-related assessments. Candidates will be notified of their test date and access code, if applicable. Only the most qualified candidates will be placed on the eligible list. Based on the Department's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedure. Eligible List: Once the assessment has been completed, Human Resource Services will establish an eligible list of candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to a selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION EMAIL NOTIFICATION: Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account. NOTE: User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply. Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site. Please check your email folders, including spam/junk folders, and/or accept emails ending with "governmentjobs.com" and "ocgov.com." If your email address should change, please update your profile at www.governmentjobs.com . FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: Click here for additional Frequently Asked Questions. For specific information pertaining to this recruitment, contact Jenny Lopez at (714) 834-4605 or jenlopez@ochca.com . Follow us on EEO INFORMATION Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer, encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

This examination is being given to fill vacancies in the Probation Department and to establish an eligible list to fill future vacancies. In order to be hired, an in-depth background investigation, a polygraph, a pre-employment drug screening, a psychological exam and a physical exam must be successfully completed. The San Joaquin County Probation Department, as an integral part of the Justice System, provides safe custodial care for juveniles and upholds public safety by providing prevention, investigation and supervision services for offenders. One of Probation's primary goals is to provide evidence-based interventions to our clients to assist them in adopting pro-social behaviors, resulting in reduced recidivism, thereby increasing public safety and reducing victimization. San Joaquin County Probation has a shared set of values. We value excellence, importance of the individual, team concept, ethical conduct, professionalism, importance of community and a safe and healthy environment. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline. NOTE: All correspondences relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file, Human Resources will send you correspondences via US Mail. TYPICAL DUTIES Conducts probation investigations and makes reports to the Court; researches case histories; interprets a variety of complex technical materials including medical, legal, financial and scientific reports and documents; interviews clients, families, victims, schools, and others to formulate goals and treatment plans for clients; compiles data, establishes facts, draws valid conclusions and submits recommendations.Represents the Department during Court proceedings by making persuasive presentations of facts, defending recommendations and testifying as a witness; prepares, files and/or serves legal papers. Supervises a caseload of juvenile or adult probationers to ensure compliance with terms and conditions of probation; explains conditions of probation to clients and families; coordinates and implements treatment modalities and assesses progress during treatment; violates probation of individuals not following the orders of the Court. Establishes victim restitution and monitors payment compliance. Works with health, social service, group home, or other support agencies to coordinate and implement the treatment needs of probationers; makes referrals to treatment programs; assesses the progress, development and ongoing needs of clients; makes periodic reports to the Court on client status; counsels and acts as liaison between probationers, families, and others; makes recommendations for dismissal of cases where satisfactory progress has been achieved; resolves crises; may develop and facilitate a variety of staff and/or client training programs. Processes and investigates stepparent adoptions and other matters as ordered by the Court. Maintains a variety of records and case files; prepares case histories, reports, legal documents, and memoranda, utilizing departmental computer systems; enters and retrieves data from automated law enforcement information systems. Participates in departmental program planning and evaluation; assists in training new staff and may act as a training officer. May transport individuals, exercise powers of arrest and participate in searches of probationers and their property as required; on occasion, may physically restrain or subdue individuals, when appropriate, for the safety and protection of themselves and others; may be required to carry a firearm in the performance of duties and meet related State and departmental requirements. May serve as a community resource; speaks before public groups and serves on boards and/or committees as the Department representative; collaborates with outside public and private agencies. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Note: Supplemental application must be submitted with employment application. Either Pattern I Experience : One year as a Probation Officer I in San Joaquin County . Or Pattern II Education : Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university, preferably with a degree in administration of justice, corrections, psychology, sociology, counseling or a related social or behavioral science. Experience : One year as a probation officer or parole officer at a level comparable to or higher than Probation Officer I in San Joaquin County . And License : Possession of a valid California driver's license. Training Requirements : Employees in this class are peace officers as defined by section 830.5 of the Penal Code and must satisfy the State of California criteria for peace officer status. Appointees must meet State-mandated CORE training requirements as defined by Standards and Training in Corrections (STC). As part of this requirement, applicants must provide evidence that they have successfully completed probation officer CORE training or an equivalent training course prior to appointment . Upon appointment, employees whose background did not include probation officer CORE training must complete such training within one year of employment . Special Requirements : (1) must be at least 21 years of age upon appointment; (2) must meet minimum standards required for Peace Officers as set forth in Section 1029 and 1031 of the Government Code; (3) must pass a background investigation; (4) must meet physical standards established for County Safety employees, including a psychological examination; and (5) must qualify for use of a firearm when assigned to a field position. KNOWLEDGE Principles of written and oral communication including a thorough knowledge of language mechanics, syntax, and composition; principles and methods of logic and data organization; mathematics, basic statistics and research methods; principles and theories of sociology and psychology, particularly those related to assessment and adjustment of adult and juvenile personality development, behavior patterns and motivation; group and family dynamics; basic interviewing and investigation techniques; basic social casework practice, educational norms, treatment modalities and crisis intervention; basic concepts of law enforcement as well as probation and court practices; basic knowledge of socio-economic, psychosocial, and cultural influences on individual behavior. ABILITY Make independent recommendations based upon investigative results; manage a probation caseload, including complex and difficult cases; prepare, review and edit comprehensive court reports and case files; interpret, explain and apply applicable laws, codes and regulations; make sound decisions in emergency or crisis situations; work with and obtain the cooperation of juvenile and adult probationers, their families and concerned government and private agencies; read and comprehend complex written material involving difficult concepts and issues; gather and analyze data; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; pay attention to detail; operate a computer; use a firearm; work a variety of shifts, as assigned; establish and maintain effective working relationships with other probation staff, law enforcement officials, the public, and others. PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Mobility -Frequent standing, walking, stooping, bending, climbing stairs, driving; constant use of a computer; occasional use of a firearm; Lifting -Able to lift 50 pounds; Visual -Constant overall vision; constant color perception, constant eye-hand coordination; constant depth perception; frequent reading/close-up work; constant field of vision/peripheral; Dexterity -Frequent repetitive motion and reaching; Hearing/Talking -Constant requirement to hear normal speech; constant hearing on telephone and radio; ability to hear faint sounds; constant talking on telephone/radio; Emotional/Psychological -Potential contact with hostile individuals; exposure to emergency situations; may be exposed to trauma, grief and death; frequent public contact; decision-making and concentration; Special Requirements -Some assignments may require working weekends, nights, and/or occasional overtime; Environmental -Occasional exposure to varied weather conditions. BENEFITS Health Insurance : San Joaquin County provides employees with a choice of three health plans: a Kaiser Plan, a Select Plan, and a Premier Plan. There is no cost for employee only coverage in the Kaiser and Select Plans. Dependent coverage is available for all plans, with the employee paying a portion of the premiums. Dental Insurance : The County provides employees with a choice of two dental plans: Delta Dental and Pacific Union Dental. There is no cost for employee only coverage in either plan; dependent coverage is available at the employee's expense. Vision Insurance : The County provides vision coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is no cost for employee only coverage; dependent coverage is available at the employee's expense. For more detailed information on the County's benefits program, visit our website at www.sjgov.org under Human Resources/Benefits. Life Insurance : The County provides eligible employees with life insurance coverage as follows: 1 but less than 3 years of continuous service: $1,000 3 but less than 5 years of continuous service: $3,000 5 but less than 10 years of continuous service: $5,000 10 years of continuous service or more: $10,000 Employees may purchase additional term life insurance to a maximum of $200,000 at the group rate. 125 Flexible Benefits Plan : This is a voluntary program that allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to pay for health-related expenses that are not paid by a medical, dental or vision plan (Health Flexible Spending Account $2080 annual limit); and dependent care costs (Dependent Care Assistance Plan $5000 annual limit). Retirement Plan : Employees of the County are covered by the County Retirement Act of 1937. Please visit the San Joaquin County Employees' Retirement Association (SJCERA) at www.sjcera.org for more information. NOTE: If you are receiving a retirement allowance from another California county covered by the County Employees' Retirement Act of 1937 or from any governmental agency covered by the California Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS), you are advised to contact the Retirement Officer of the Retirement Plan from which you retired to determine what effect employment in San Joaquin County would have on your retirement allowance. Employees hired into the following classifications on or after 12/31/90 are considered Safety Members: Probation Officer I, II, III, and Probation Unit Supervisor. Deferred Compensation : The County maintains a deferred compensation plan under Section 457 of the IRS code. You may annually contribute $17,500 or 100% of your includible compensation, whichever is less. Individuals age 50 or older may contribute to their plan, up to $23,000. Vacation : Maximum earned vacation is 10 days each year up to 3 years; 15 days after 3 years; 20 days after 10 years; and 23 days after 20 years. Holiday : Depending on date of hire into the unit, employees earn either 10 or 14 holidays peryear. Sick Leave : 12 working days of sick leave annually with unlimited accumulation. Sick leave incentive : An employee is eligible to receive eight hours administrative leave if the leave balance equals at least one-half of the cumulative amount that the employee is eligible to accrue. The employee must also be on payroll during the entire calendar year. Bereavement Leave : 3 days of paid leave for the death of an immediate family member, 2 additional days of accrued leave for death of employee's spouse, domestic partner, parent or child. Merit Salary Increase : New employees will receive the starting salary, which is the first step of the salary range. After employees serve 52 weeks (2080 hours) on each step of the range, they are eligible for a merit increase to the next step. Bilingual Pay : Each employee who is designated by the appointing authority and approved by the County Administrator and who has passed a bilingual proficiency examination administered by the Human Resources Division shall receive a bi-weekly supplement of $50. Pre-Employment Physical Exam : If required, will be conducted at Dameron Hospital at no cost to the employee. Educational Reimbursement Program : Eligible employees may be reimbursed for career-related course work up to a maximum of $850 per fiscal year. Eligible employees enrolled in an approved four (4) year College or University academic program may be reimbursed up to $800 per semester for a maximum of $1600 per fiscal year. Probation Officer Training : Probation Officers shall be allowed to attend seminars, workshops, out-of-town conferences, and have educational leave on County time consistent with the County's educational conference and seminar policy. Parking Supplemental Downtown Stockton : The County contributes up to $17 per pay period for employees who pay for parking and are assigned to work in the Downtown Core Area. School Activities : Employees may take up to 40 hours per year, but not more than eight (8) hours per month, to participate in their children's school activities. Selection Procedures Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will go through the following examination process: Written Exam : The civil service written exam is a multiple choice format. If the written exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Oral Exam : The oral exam is a structured interview process that will assess the candidate's education, training, and experience and may include a practical exercise. The oral exam selection process is not a hiring interview. A panel of up to four people will determine the candidate's score and rank for placement on the eligible list. Top candidates from the eligible list are referred for hiring interviews. If the oral exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Written & Oral Exam: If both a written exam and an oral exam is administered, the written exam is weighted at 60% and the oral exam is weighted at 40% unless otherwise indicated on the announcement. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% on each examination in order to be placed on the eligible list. Rate-out: A rate-out is an examination that involves a paper rating of the candidate's application using the following criteria: education, training, and experience. Candidates will not be scheduled for the rate-out process. Note: The rating of 70 referred to may be the same or other than an arithmetic 70% of the total possible points. Testing Accommodation: Candidates who require testing accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must call Human Resources Division at (209) 468-3370 prior to the examination date. Veteran's Points : Eligible veterans, unmarried widows and widowers of veterans of the United States Armed Forces who have been honorably discharged and who have served during wartime shall be given veteran's points in initial appointment to County service. Eligible veterans receive 5 points and eligible disabled veterans receive 10 points. Disabled veterans must submit a recent award letter stating a 10% service connected disability issued by the United States Veterans Administration. Note: A copy of your DD214 showing the discharge type must be received in the Human Resources by the date of the examination. Acceptable wartime service dates: September 16, 1940 to December 31, 1946 June 27, 1950 to January 31, 1955 August 5, 1964 to May 7, 1975 Persian Gulf War, August 2, 1990, through a date to be set by law or Presidential Proclamation. Eligible Lists: Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for one year, but may be extended up to two additional years by the Civil Service Commission. Certification/Referral: Names from the eligible list will be referred to the hiring department by the following methods. Rule of the Rank: The top three ranks will be referred for hiring interviews. If there are less than 5 names in the top three ranks the next rank is referred. This applies only to open competitive recruitments. Rule of Five: The top five names will be referred for hiring interviews. This applies only to department or countywide promotional examination. Physical Exam: Some classifications require physical examinations. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the physical examination. The County pays for physical examinations administered in its medical facilities. Pre-Employment Drug Screening Exam: Some classifications require a new employee successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the drug screen. The County pays for the initial drug screen. Employment of Relatives: Applicants who are relatives of employees in a department within the 3rd degree of relationship, (parent, child, grand parent, grand child or sibling) either by blood or marriage, may not be appointed, promoted, transferred into or within the department when; They are related to the Appointing Authority or The employment would result in one of them supervising the work of the other. Department Head may establish additional limitations on the hiring of relatives by departmental rule. Proof of Eligibility: If you are offered a job you will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish your eligibility to be employed in the U.S. HOW TO APPLY Apply Online: www.sjgov.org/department/hr By mail or in person: San Joaquin County Human Resources 44 N. San Joaquin Street Suite 330 Stockton, Ca 95202 Office hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; excluding holidays. Phone: (209) 468-3370 Job Line: For currentemployment opportunitiesplease callour 24-hour job line at (209) 468-3377. When a final filing date is indicated, applications must be filed with the Human Resources Division before 5:00 p.m. or postmarked by the final filing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Applications sent through county inter-office mail, which are not received by the final filing date, will not be accepted. ( The County assumes no responsibility for mailed applications which are not received by the Human Resources Division) . San Joaquin County Substance Abuse Policy: San Joaquin County has adopted a Substance Abuse Policy in compliance with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988. This policy is enforced by all San Joaquin County Departments and applies to all San Joaquin County employees. Equal Opportunity Employer : San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to www.sjgov.org/eeo . Click on a link below to apply for this position: Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. Apply Online View and print the Supplemental Questionnaire. This recruitment requires completion of a supplemental questionnaire. You may view and print the supplemental questionnaire here . View and print the official application form as an Acrobat pdf file. A San Joaquin County application form is required for this recruitment. You may print this Acrobat PDF document and then fill it in. Contact us via conventional means. You may contact us by phone at (209) 468-3370, or by email , or apply for a job in person at the San Joaquin County Human Resources Division.

Nov 23, 2017

Full Time

This examination is being given to fill vacancies in the Probation Department and to establish an eligible list to fill future vacancies. In order to be hired, an in-depth background investigation, a polygraph, a pre-employment drug screening, a psychological exam and a physical exam must be successfully completed. The San Joaquin County Probation Department, as an integral part of the Justice System, provides safe custodial care for juveniles and upholds public safety by providing prevention, investigation and supervision services for offenders. One of Probation's primary goals is to provide evidence-based interventions to our clients to assist them in adopting pro-social behaviors, resulting in reduced recidivism, thereby increasing public safety and reducing victimization. San Joaquin County Probation has a shared set of values. We value excellence, importance of the individual, team concept, ethical conduct, professionalism, importance of community and a safe and healthy environment. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline. NOTE: All correspondences relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file, Human Resources will send you correspondences via US Mail. TYPICAL DUTIES Conducts probation investigations and makes reports to the Court; researches case histories; interprets a variety of complex technical materials including medical, legal, financial and scientific reports and documents; interviews clients, families, victims, schools, and others to formulate goals and treatment plans for clients; compiles data, establishes facts, draws valid conclusions and submits recommendations.Represents the Department during Court proceedings by making persuasive presentations of facts, defending recommendations and testifying as a witness; prepares, files and/or serves legal papers. Supervises a caseload of juvenile or adult probationers to ensure compliance with terms and conditions of probation; explains conditions of probation to clients and families; coordinates and implements treatment modalities and assesses progress during treatment; violates probation of individuals not following the orders of the Court. Establishes victim restitution and monitors payment compliance. Works with health, social service, group home, or other support agencies to coordinate and implement the treatment needs of probationers; makes referrals to treatment programs; assesses the progress, development and ongoing needs of clients; makes periodic reports to the Court on client status; counsels and acts as liaison between probationers, families, and others; makes recommendations for dismissal of cases where satisfactory progress has been achieved; resolves crises; may develop and facilitate a variety of staff and/or client training programs. Processes and investigates stepparent adoptions and other matters as ordered by the Court. Maintains a variety of records and case files; prepares case histories, reports, legal documents, and memoranda, utilizing departmental computer systems; enters and retrieves data from automated law enforcement information systems. Participates in departmental program planning and evaluation; assists in training new staff and may act as a training officer. May transport individuals, exercise powers of arrest and participate in searches of probationers and their property as required; on occasion, may physically restrain or subdue individuals, when appropriate, for the safety and protection of themselves and others; may be required to carry a firearm in the performance of duties and meet related State and departmental requirements. May serve as a community resource; speaks before public groups and serves on boards and/or committees as the Department representative; collaborates with outside public and private agencies. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Note: Supplemental application must be submitted with employment application. Either Pattern I Experience : One year as a Probation Officer I in San Joaquin County . Or Pattern II Education : Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university, preferably with a degree in administration of justice, corrections, psychology, sociology, counseling or a related social or behavioral science. Experience : One year as a probation officer or parole officer at a level comparable to or higher than Probation Officer I in San Joaquin County . And License : Possession of a valid California driver's license. Training Requirements : Employees in this class are peace officers as defined by section 830.5 of the Penal Code and must satisfy the State of California criteria for peace officer status. Appointees must meet State-mandated CORE training requirements as defined by Standards and Training in Corrections (STC). As part of this requirement, applicants must provide evidence that they have successfully completed probation officer CORE training or an equivalent training course prior to appointment . Upon appointment, employees whose background did not include probation officer CORE training must complete such training within one year of employment . Special Requirements : (1) must be at least 21 years of age upon appointment; (2) must meet minimum standards required for Peace Officers as set forth in Section 1029 and 1031 of the Government Code; (3) must pass a background investigation; (4) must meet physical standards established for County Safety employees, including a psychological examination; and (5) must qualify for use of a firearm when assigned to a field position. KNOWLEDGE Principles of written and oral communication including a thorough knowledge of language mechanics, syntax, and composition; principles and methods of logic and data organization; mathematics, basic statistics and research methods; principles and theories of sociology and psychology, particularly those related to assessment and adjustment of adult and juvenile personality development, behavior patterns and motivation; group and family dynamics; basic interviewing and investigation techniques; basic social casework practice, educational norms, treatment modalities and crisis intervention; basic concepts of law enforcement as well as probation and court practices; basic knowledge of socio-economic, psychosocial, and cultural influences on individual behavior. ABILITY Make independent recommendations based upon investigative results; manage a probation caseload, including complex and difficult cases; prepare, review and edit comprehensive court reports and case files; interpret, explain and apply applicable laws, codes and regulations; make sound decisions in emergency or crisis situations; work with and obtain the cooperation of juvenile and adult probationers, their families and concerned government and private agencies; read and comprehend complex written material involving difficult concepts and issues; gather and analyze data; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; pay attention to detail; operate a computer; use a firearm; work a variety of shifts, as assigned; establish and maintain effective working relationships with other probation staff, law enforcement officials, the public, and others. PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Mobility -Frequent standing, walking, stooping, bending, climbing stairs, driving; constant use of a computer; occasional use of a firearm; Lifting -Able to lift 50 pounds; Visual -Constant overall vision; constant color perception, constant eye-hand coordination; constant depth perception; frequent reading/close-up work; constant field of vision/peripheral; Dexterity -Frequent repetitive motion and reaching; Hearing/Talking -Constant requirement to hear normal speech; constant hearing on telephone and radio; ability to hear faint sounds; constant talking on telephone/radio; Emotional/Psychological -Potential contact with hostile individuals; exposure to emergency situations; may be exposed to trauma, grief and death; frequent public contact; decision-making and concentration; Special Requirements -Some assignments may require working weekends, nights, and/or occasional overtime; Environmental -Occasional exposure to varied weather conditions. BENEFITS Health Insurance : San Joaquin County provides employees with a choice of three health plans: a Kaiser Plan, a Select Plan, and a Premier Plan. There is no cost for employee only coverage in the Kaiser and Select Plans. Dependent coverage is available for all plans, with the employee paying a portion of the premiums. Dental Insurance : The County provides employees with a choice of two dental plans: Delta Dental and Pacific Union Dental. There is no cost for employee only coverage in either plan; dependent coverage is available at the employee's expense. Vision Insurance : The County provides vision coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is no cost for employee only coverage; dependent coverage is available at the employee's expense. For more detailed information on the County's benefits program, visit our website at www.sjgov.org under Human Resources/Benefits. Life Insurance : The County provides eligible employees with life insurance coverage as follows: 1 but less than 3 years of continuous service: $1,000 3 but less than 5 years of continuous service: $3,000 5 but less than 10 years of continuous service: $5,000 10 years of continuous service or more: $10,000 Employees may purchase additional term life insurance to a maximum of $200,000 at the group rate. 125 Flexible Benefits Plan : This is a voluntary program that allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to pay for health-related expenses that are not paid by a medical, dental or vision plan (Health Flexible Spending Account $2080 annual limit); and dependent care costs (Dependent Care Assistance Plan $5000 annual limit). Retirement Plan : Employees of the County are covered by the County Retirement Act of 1937. Please visit the San Joaquin County Employees' Retirement Association (SJCERA) at www.sjcera.org for more information. NOTE: If you are receiving a retirement allowance from another California county covered by the County Employees' Retirement Act of 1937 or from any governmental agency covered by the California Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS), you are advised to contact the Retirement Officer of the Retirement Plan from which you retired to determine what effect employment in San Joaquin County would have on your retirement allowance. Employees hired into the following classifications on or after 12/31/90 are considered Safety Members: Probation Officer I, II, III, and Probation Unit Supervisor. Deferred Compensation : The County maintains a deferred compensation plan under Section 457 of the IRS code. You may annually contribute $17,500 or 100% of your includible compensation, whichever is less. Individuals age 50 or older may contribute to their plan, up to $23,000. Vacation : Maximum earned vacation is 10 days each year up to 3 years; 15 days after 3 years; 20 days after 10 years; and 23 days after 20 years. Holiday : Depending on date of hire into the unit, employees earn either 10 or 14 holidays peryear. Sick Leave : 12 working days of sick leave annually with unlimited accumulation. Sick leave incentive : An employee is eligible to receive eight hours administrative leave if the leave balance equals at least one-half of the cumulative amount that the employee is eligible to accrue. The employee must also be on payroll during the entire calendar year. Bereavement Leave : 3 days of paid leave for the death of an immediate family member, 2 additional days of accrued leave for death of employee's spouse, domestic partner, parent or child. Merit Salary Increase : New employees will receive the starting salary, which is the first step of the salary range. After employees serve 52 weeks (2080 hours) on each step of the range, they are eligible for a merit increase to the next step. Bilingual Pay : Each employee who is designated by the appointing authority and approved by the County Administrator and who has passed a bilingual proficiency examination administered by the Human Resources Division shall receive a bi-weekly supplement of $50. Pre-Employment Physical Exam : If required, will be conducted at Dameron Hospital at no cost to the employee. Educational Reimbursement Program : Eligible employees may be reimbursed for career-related course work up to a maximum of $850 per fiscal year. Eligible employees enrolled in an approved four (4) year College or University academic program may be reimbursed up to $800 per semester for a maximum of $1600 per fiscal year. Probation Officer Training : Probation Officers shall be allowed to attend seminars, workshops, out-of-town conferences, and have educational leave on County time consistent with the County's educational conference and seminar policy. Parking Supplemental Downtown Stockton : The County contributes up to $17 per pay period for employees who pay for parking and are assigned to work in the Downtown Core Area. School Activities : Employees may take up to 40 hours per year, but not more than eight (8) hours per month, to participate in their children's school activities. Selection Procedures Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will go through the following examination process: Written Exam : The civil service written exam is a multiple choice format. If the written exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Oral Exam : The oral exam is a structured interview process that will assess the candidate's education, training, and experience and may include a practical exercise. The oral exam selection process is not a hiring interview. A panel of up to four people will determine the candidate's score and rank for placement on the eligible list. Top candidates from the eligible list are referred for hiring interviews. If the oral exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Written & Oral Exam: If both a written exam and an oral exam is administered, the written exam is weighted at 60% and the oral exam is weighted at 40% unless otherwise indicated on the announcement. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% on each examination in order to be placed on the eligible list. Rate-out: A rate-out is an examination that involves a paper rating of the candidate's application using the following criteria: education, training, and experience. Candidates will not be scheduled for the rate-out process. Note: The rating of 70 referred to may be the same or other than an arithmetic 70% of the total possible points. Testing Accommodation: Candidates who require testing accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must call Human Resources Division at (209) 468-3370 prior to the examination date. Veteran's Points : Eligible veterans, unmarried widows and widowers of veterans of the United States Armed Forces who have been honorably discharged and who have served during wartime shall be given veteran's points in initial appointment to County service. Eligible veterans receive 5 points and eligible disabled veterans receive 10 points. Disabled veterans must submit a recent award letter stating a 10% service connected disability issued by the United States Veterans Administration. Note: A copy of your DD214 showing the discharge type must be received in the Human Resources by the date of the examination. Acceptable wartime service dates: September 16, 1940 to December 31, 1946 June 27, 1950 to January 31, 1955 August 5, 1964 to May 7, 1975 Persian Gulf War, August 2, 1990, through a date to be set by law or Presidential Proclamation. Eligible Lists: Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for one year, but may be extended up to two additional years by the Civil Service Commission. Certification/Referral: Names from the eligible list will be referred to the hiring department by the following methods. Rule of the Rank: The top three ranks will be referred for hiring interviews. If there are less than 5 names in the top three ranks the next rank is referred. This applies only to open competitive recruitments. Rule of Five: The top five names will be referred for hiring interviews. This applies only to department or countywide promotional examination. Physical Exam: Some classifications require physical examinations. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the physical examination. The County pays for physical examinations administered in its medical facilities. Pre-Employment Drug Screening Exam: Some classifications require a new employee successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the drug screen. The County pays for the initial drug screen. Employment of Relatives: Applicants who are relatives of employees in a department within the 3rd degree of relationship, (parent, child, grand parent, grand child or sibling) either by blood or marriage, may not be appointed, promoted, transferred into or within the department when; They are related to the Appointing Authority or The employment would result in one of them supervising the work of the other. Department Head may establish additional limitations on the hiring of relatives by departmental rule. Proof of Eligibility: If you are offered a job you will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish your eligibility to be employed in the U.S. HOW TO APPLY Apply Online: www.sjgov.org/department/hr By mail or in person: San Joaquin County Human Resources 44 N. San Joaquin Street Suite 330 Stockton, Ca 95202 Office hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; excluding holidays. Phone: (209) 468-3370 Job Line: For currentemployment opportunitiesplease callour 24-hour job line at (209) 468-3377. When a final filing date is indicated, applications must be filed with the Human Resources Division before 5:00 p.m. or postmarked by the final filing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Applications sent through county inter-office mail, which are not received by the final filing date, will not be accepted. ( The County assumes no responsibility for mailed applications which are not received by the Human Resources Division) . San Joaquin County Substance Abuse Policy: San Joaquin County has adopted a Substance Abuse Policy in compliance with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988. This policy is enforced by all San Joaquin County Departments and applies to all San Joaquin County employees. Equal Opportunity Employer : San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to www.sjgov.org/eeo . Click on a link below to apply for this position: Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. Apply Online View and print the Supplemental Questionnaire. This recruitment requires completion of a supplemental questionnaire. You may view and print the supplemental questionnaire here . View and print the official application form as an Acrobat pdf file. A San Joaquin County application form is required for this recruitment. You may print this Acrobat PDF document and then fill it in. Contact us via conventional means. You may contact us by phone at (209) 468-3370, or by email , or apply for a job in person at the San Joaquin County Human Resources Division.

About Us The secret is out: Denver is the nation's top place to live, work, and play. Being the best place to live isn't easy; maintaining such a reputation means we need the best people working for the residents of Denver. People who want to make a difference; people who want to give back; people who want to be at the heart of this city and have a hand in creating our future. When you join us, you will employ your unique skills to do important and meaningful work critical to the success of both your organization and the city as a whole. Be a part of the city that you love. #WhereDenverWorks­­ About Denver Human Services Denver Human Services provides assistance benefits and protection and prevention services to one in three Denver residents. Assistance programs include food, cash and medical benefits, child care, child support, employment first, veterans' services and general assistance for eligible Denver residents. Protection & Prevention services are provided via child, youth and adult protection, along with community-focused programming, including in-home services, designed to strengthen families and prevent future occurrences of abuse or neglect. Protection & Prevention Denver Human Services works to protect Denver's children, youth, adults, and elders by providing services and advocacy while promoting family stability, respecting diversity, and working to create and strengthen connections to community resources. We work to prevent abuse by providing education, resources, and support to parents, families, and community organizations. About Our Job Are you a night owl? Do you enjoy working late night, early morning hours, and seeing the sunrise as you head home? Are you prepared to answer the call by helping children and youth be safe and out of harm's way? If you answered "Yes" to the above questions, then you're the type of professional we need to be part of the Emergency Response Team (ERT). Denver Human Services is seeking two committed, passionate Social Case Workers to serve in the ERT Division of Child Welfare Services and can work the evening and overnight shifts. These Social Case Workers are loyal, willing to go above and beyond minimum expectations to keep children and youth safe, keep well organized and meticulous documentation, computer savvy, excellent communicators, and can thrive in a fast paced, unpredictable, and ever-changing environment. The ERT Social Case Worker: Performs case management activities, assesses individual and family needs, develops appropriate service and/or treatment plan, and provides counseling, referral, and placement services. Conducts initial needs assessment, ascertains nature and extent of complaint and severity of problems, and interviews defined clients and/or family members to elicit information to determine client's/family's medical, employment, economic, educational, and emotional history. Evaluates client's needs, interest, motivation, and pattern of responsibility, reviews case records for client and family profiles, socio-economic history, previous treatment and services experience, and/or special problems and needs, and reviews and discusses case, problems, prognosis, behavior patterns, and needed services with a supervisor or other senior level staff. Develops and implements a treatment plan that provides a variety of social services and referrals to meet social, behavioral, medical, and/or psychological needs, recommends and refers clients to appropriate support agencies and programs, and provides continuous counseling and crisis intervention to achieve objectives. Establishes, maintains, and coordinates services and activities with relevant community agencies, monitors and evaluations activities of agencies contracted to provide a variety of social services, and evaluates progress of placements and/or other services. Represents the department in accordance with Volume 7 and city rules and regulations. Prepares case records, reports, and documents and compiles with state and federal standards in providing case notes, treatment plans, and evaluations. Testifies in court as needed by providing expert testimony and preparing comprehensive reports that allow the court to make finding and recommendations that affect court-ordered treatment plans. Authorized Hiring Range: $50,038.00-$65,050.00 annually (Commensurate with experience) About You Our ideal candidate: Is certified by the Colorado Child Welfare Academy We realize your time is valuable so please do not apply if you do not have at least the following required minimum qualifications: Education Requirement: Baccalaureate Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Guidance and Counseling, or a closely related field. Experience Requirement: One year of post-graduation professional social case work experience OR two years of post-graduation experience developing treatment plans with families and/or working with abused/neglected children or children involved in the mental health system or juvenile justice system. Education/Experience Equivalency: A Master's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Guidance and Counseling, or a closely related field may be substituted for the experience requirement. For positions specific to Child Welfare, a Bachelor's of Social Work degree with a major in public child welfare and successful completion of an approved field placement in a county department of social services will substitute for the minimum education and experience requirements. Licensure and/or Certification: Possession of a valid driver's license at the time of application. NOTE: Please attach your unofficial transcripts to your application. Applications without transcripts attached will not be taken into consideration. About Everything Else Classification Title : We call this job an Emergency Response Team Social Case Worker. The official job classification title is Social Case Worker. Hiring Range: $50,038.00-$65,050.00 annually Assessments/Testing : This position requires an online assessment. You will receive an email from AssessmentTeam@denvergov.org with further information about the testing process after the position has closed. Please add AssessmentTeam@denvergov.org to your safe sender list and check your spam or junk mail for this email. For a list of positions that require testing and more information about our testing process, click here . Pre-employment Screening : An offer of employment is contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by law and City and County of Denver policies, including the successful completion of a background check. Candidates must pass a criminal background check and other verifications required for the position which may include, but are not limited to, employment and/or education verification, motor vehicle record check, drug test, and/or physical. The existence of a conviction does not automatically disqualify an individual from employment except where federal or state law or regulations prohibit employment of an individual with certain convictions. For more information about the selection and employment screening process, click here . Probationary Period : This position may require the selected candidate to complete at least a six-month probationary period prior to attaining career status with the City & County of Denver. For more information about the probationary period, click here . The City and County of Denver provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law. Recruiter: KG #ZR

Dec 12, 2017

About Us The secret is out: Denver is the nation's top place to live, work, and play. Being the best place to live isn't easy; maintaining such a reputation means we need the best people working for the residents of Denver. People who want to make a difference; people who want to give back; people who want to be at the heart of this city and have a hand in creating our future. When you join us, you will employ your unique skills to do important and meaningful work critical to the success of both your organization and the city as a whole. Be a part of the city that you love. #WhereDenverWorks­­ About Denver Human Services Denver Human Services provides assistance benefits and protection and prevention services to one in three Denver residents. Assistance programs include food, cash and medical benefits, child care, child support, employment first, veterans' services and general assistance for eligible Denver residents. Protection & Prevention services are provided via child, youth and adult protection, along with community-focused programming, including in-home services, designed to strengthen families and prevent future occurrences of abuse or neglect. Protection & Prevention Denver Human Services works to protect Denver's children, youth, adults, and elders by providing services and advocacy while promoting family stability, respecting diversity, and working to create and strengthen connections to community resources. We work to prevent abuse by providing education, resources, and support to parents, families, and community organizations. About Our Job Are you a night owl? Do you enjoy working late night, early morning hours, and seeing the sunrise as you head home? Are you prepared to answer the call by helping children and youth be safe and out of harm's way? If you answered "Yes" to the above questions, then you're the type of professional we need to be part of the Emergency Response Team (ERT). Denver Human Services is seeking two committed, passionate Social Case Workers to serve in the ERT Division of Child Welfare Services and can work the evening and overnight shifts. These Social Case Workers are loyal, willing to go above and beyond minimum expectations to keep children and youth safe, keep well organized and meticulous documentation, computer savvy, excellent communicators, and can thrive in a fast paced, unpredictable, and ever-changing environment. The ERT Social Case Worker: Performs case management activities, assesses individual and family needs, develops appropriate service and/or treatment plan, and provides counseling, referral, and placement services. Conducts initial needs assessment, ascertains nature and extent of complaint and severity of problems, and interviews defined clients and/or family members to elicit information to determine client's/family's medical, employment, economic, educational, and emotional history. Evaluates client's needs, interest, motivation, and pattern of responsibility, reviews case records for client and family profiles, socio-economic history, previous treatment and services experience, and/or special problems and needs, and reviews and discusses case, problems, prognosis, behavior patterns, and needed services with a supervisor or other senior level staff. Develops and implements a treatment plan that provides a variety of social services and referrals to meet social, behavioral, medical, and/or psychological needs, recommends and refers clients to appropriate support agencies and programs, and provides continuous counseling and crisis intervention to achieve objectives. Establishes, maintains, and coordinates services and activities with relevant community agencies, monitors and evaluations activities of agencies contracted to provide a variety of social services, and evaluates progress of placements and/or other services. Represents the department in accordance with Volume 7 and city rules and regulations. Prepares case records, reports, and documents and compiles with state and federal standards in providing case notes, treatment plans, and evaluations. Testifies in court as needed by providing expert testimony and preparing comprehensive reports that allow the court to make finding and recommendations that affect court-ordered treatment plans. Authorized Hiring Range: $50,038.00-$65,050.00 annually (Commensurate with experience) About You Our ideal candidate: Is certified by the Colorado Child Welfare Academy We realize your time is valuable so please do not apply if you do not have at least the following required minimum qualifications: Education Requirement: Baccalaureate Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Guidance and Counseling, or a closely related field. Experience Requirement: One year of post-graduation professional social case work experience OR two years of post-graduation experience developing treatment plans with families and/or working with abused/neglected children or children involved in the mental health system or juvenile justice system. Education/Experience Equivalency: A Master's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Guidance and Counseling, or a closely related field may be substituted for the experience requirement. For positions specific to Child Welfare, a Bachelor's of Social Work degree with a major in public child welfare and successful completion of an approved field placement in a county department of social services will substitute for the minimum education and experience requirements. Licensure and/or Certification: Possession of a valid driver's license at the time of application. NOTE: Please attach your unofficial transcripts to your application. Applications without transcripts attached will not be taken into consideration. About Everything Else Classification Title : We call this job an Emergency Response Team Social Case Worker. The official job classification title is Social Case Worker. Hiring Range: $50,038.00-$65,050.00 annually Assessments/Testing : This position requires an online assessment. You will receive an email from AssessmentTeam@denvergov.org with further information about the testing process after the position has closed. Please add AssessmentTeam@denvergov.org to your safe sender list and check your spam or junk mail for this email. For a list of positions that require testing and more information about our testing process, click here . Pre-employment Screening : An offer of employment is contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by law and City and County of Denver policies, including the successful completion of a background check. Candidates must pass a criminal background check and other verifications required for the position which may include, but are not limited to, employment and/or education verification, motor vehicle record check, drug test, and/or physical. The existence of a conviction does not automatically disqualify an individual from employment except where federal or state law or regulations prohibit employment of an individual with certain convictions. For more information about the selection and employment screening process, click here . Probationary Period : This position may require the selected candidate to complete at least a six-month probationary period prior to attaining career status with the City & County of Denver. For more information about the probationary period, click here . The City and County of Denver provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law. Recruiter: KG #ZR

MENTAL HEALTH SPECIALIST Correctional Health Services This recruitment will be open to the public for a minimum of five (5) business days, and will remain open on a continuous basis until 11:59 p.m. (PST) on the day the County's needs are met. This recruitment is being held to establish an Eligible List to fill current and future Mental Health Specialist vacancies within Health Care Agency, Correctional Health Services until the next recruitment. This recruitment may also be used to fill positions in similar and/or lower classifications. THE OPPORTUNITY: The County of Orange , Health Care Agency is seeking a qualified individual to perform the duties of a Mental Health Specialist within the Correctional Health Services (CHS) Division. Responsibilities of the Mental Health Specialist will include but are not limited to: Interviewing and screening clients and preparing written observations Referring clients to appropriate treatment source and conferring with representatives of governmental and community organization regarding individual mental health problems Performing individual and group case management duties Assisting clients in identifying and correcting home situations that contribute to mental health problems and may work with client's family members Identifying existing services in the community in a specialized area Determining the need for and recommending the establishment of new community-based programs for specific segments of the population Providing liaison, consultation and training services to mental health providers Making verbal and/or written observations of client's behavior and progress Making complete and accurate entries into client charts concerning progress Other work as assigned For detailed information on Correctional Health Services click here. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: The ideal candidate will have experience in applying non-violent crisis intervention techniques, including physical containment to mentally and chronically mentally ill adult clients. The ideal candidate must also be in possession of a valid Psychiatric Technician license and a current American Heart Association Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation Card. Bilingual skills in Spanish or another threshold language are also desirable. In addition, the ideal candidate will possess the knowledge, skills and abilities that demonstrates the following competencies: Technical and Knowledge of: Evaluating clients experiencing psychiatric symptoms over a duration of less than 23.5 hours Providing crisis stabilization Providing telephone consultations Assessing clients experiencing psychiatric symptoms and recommending treatment services Administering medication to clients Referring psychiatric clients to the appropriate facilities in order to obtain proper care and treatment Conducting counseling services to clients Understanding and applying Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) guidelines Using Electronic Health Records (EHR) system Using Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook proficiently Advocacy and Communication Advocating for clients access to available mental health services Using Subjective-Objective-Assessment-Plan (SOAP) format in preparing progress notes and reports Communicating relevant clinical information to other county agencies and/or stakeholders to better facilitate continuity of care Problem Solving, Critical Thinking and Safety: Analyzing factors that contribute to overall health problems and/or recidivism (i.e. poor medication compliance, drug and alcohol problems, homelessness) Being able to make quick and effective decisions impacting client's healthcare treatment Responding quickly to mental health emergencies throughout all jail facilities Assessing and evaluating client's presenting symptoms and behaviors rapidly and accurately, including establishing appropriate clinical boundaries with clients (i.e. setting limits) Recognizing factors that are outside of mental health that could be impacting the client's overall functioning and refer appropriately (i.e. drug or alcohol withdrawal, medical issues) skillfully Making sound decisions/judgment or take actions to prevent any injury/loss of life, financial loss for the County and/or personally and any public relations issues Being alert and aware of personal safety and security while providing care and/or treatment to medical and mental health clients Reducing jail-related liability risks by being compliant with Federal and State laws and mandated standards Being familiar with jail security policies and seek consultation with supervisor if unsure Collaboration and Diversity: Engaging clients in discharge planning and developing a viable plan of self-care by formulating short/long term goals and objectives according to client's level of psychological functioning Participating as a member of a mental health multidisciplinary clinical team by engaging and taking part in meetings, committees or training's providing education, knowledge and insight into clinical cases Being aware of the influence of personal biases in working with diverse clients Attending County trainings and seeking consultation with supervisor should issues arise Personal/Interpersonal Skills: Being flexible to work in numerous clinical areas, including handling difficult and complex mental health cases Willing to work in a correctional environment Having the compassion to provide care without judgment to a segment of clients that have been charged with criminal misconduct or offenses Maintaining a positive attitude; effectively and professionally handling stressful situations in dealing with difficult clients, family members and law enforcement personnel SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS: Incumbents are required to pass a comprehensive background investigation prior to a formal offer and acceptance of employment Applicants must have no felony convictions or be on any form of probation Must be able to pass and maintain background investigation to the satisfaction of the Orange County Sheriff-Coroner. Background screening includes; completing of a Personal History Form, interview with a background investigator, fingerprinting and may include a polygraph test. Some of the areas considered in the background screening include prior convictions, traffic violations, drug use and credit problems, employment history, professional references and education verification (i.e. degree, license, or official transcripts. Foreign degrees require an evaluation of U.S. equivalency by an agency that is a member of the National Association of Credential Services (N.A.C.E.S.) The Correctional facilities is a 24 hour, 7 day a week facility, incumbents must be able to work on weekends, evenings or night shift and holidays MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: For detailed information on Mental Health Specialist minimum qualifications, click here. PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS: The County of Orange is committed to providing a means for candidates who may have a disability to identify areas in which they may request a reasonable accommodation. The following is a description of the physical and mental abilities, which are customarily required to perform the essential job functions of this position. Candidates are encouraged to contact the recruiter listed for any questions or to request an accommodation during the testing/selection process. Physical Characteristics: Independent body mobility to stand, walk long distance corridors and climb or descend multiple stairways quickly, bend, stoop, sit for prolonged time; strength to lift, carry, push, and pull greater than 50 pounds; manual dexterity to reach, grasp, manipulate small objects and precision instruments to give injections, take pulse and blood pressure; manual dexterity to hand write or use computer keyboard; vision sufficient to see/read gauges, thermometers and calibrated measuring instruments, labels on medications, computer screen; hear and speak well enough to communicate with patients at normal conversation level in person and over the phone; ability to assist with CPR; climb flights of stairs with an emergency "man down bag"; to drive a vehicle. Environmental Conditions: Will be required to work in a locked facility with adult inmates, and ICE detainees who have multiple and complex health, social and psychological needs; may work with inmates, and ICE detainees who have communicable diseases; may be assigned to evening or night shift, weekend, and to work holidays as needed as the institution is a 24 hour, 7 day a week facility and coverage is essential. The environment can also be noisy and at times chaotic, will be exposed to profanity. Orange County Sheriff's Jail System has a "No Negotiations for Hostage" policy. RECRUITMENT PROCESS: Human Resource Services screens all applications to identify the qualified candidates for the position based on the skills required to meet the needs of the County. After the initial screening, the qualified candidates will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the competition. Application Screening (Refer/Non Refer): Applications and supplemental responses will be screened for qualifications that are highly desirable and most needed to successfully perform the duties of this job. Only those applications exhibiting qualifications as listed in the job bulletin will be referred to the next step. Online Assessment | Written Exam (Weighted 100%): Candidates who meet minimum qualifications will be invited to participate in one or more job-related assessments. Candidates will be notified of their test date and access code, if applicable. Only the most qualified candidates will be placed on the eligible list. Based on the Department's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedure. Eligible List: Once the assessment has been completed, HRS will establish an eligible list of candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to a selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION EMAIL NOTIFICATION: Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account. NOTE: User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply. Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site. Please check your email folders, including spam/junk folders, and/or accept emails ending with "governmentjobs.com" and "ocgov.com." If your email address should change, please update your profile at www.governmentjobs.com . FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: Click here for additional Frequently Asked Questions. For specific information pertaining to this recruitment, contact Marivel Chang at (714) 834-4144 or mchang@ochca.com . EEO INFORMATION Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer, encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Oct 06, 2017

Full Time

MENTAL HEALTH SPECIALIST Correctional Health Services This recruitment will be open to the public for a minimum of five (5) business days, and will remain open on a continuous basis until 11:59 p.m. (PST) on the day the County's needs are met. This recruitment is being held to establish an Eligible List to fill current and future Mental Health Specialist vacancies within Health Care Agency, Correctional Health Services until the next recruitment. This recruitment may also be used to fill positions in similar and/or lower classifications. THE OPPORTUNITY: The County of Orange , Health Care Agency is seeking a qualified individual to perform the duties of a Mental Health Specialist within the Correctional Health Services (CHS) Division. Responsibilities of the Mental Health Specialist will include but are not limited to: Interviewing and screening clients and preparing written observations Referring clients to appropriate treatment source and conferring with representatives of governmental and community organization regarding individual mental health problems Performing individual and group case management duties Assisting clients in identifying and correcting home situations that contribute to mental health problems and may work with client's family members Identifying existing services in the community in a specialized area Determining the need for and recommending the establishment of new community-based programs for specific segments of the population Providing liaison, consultation and training services to mental health providers Making verbal and/or written observations of client's behavior and progress Making complete and accurate entries into client charts concerning progress Other work as assigned For detailed information on Correctional Health Services click here. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: The ideal candidate will have experience in applying non-violent crisis intervention techniques, including physical containment to mentally and chronically mentally ill adult clients. The ideal candidate must also be in possession of a valid Psychiatric Technician license and a current American Heart Association Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation Card. Bilingual skills in Spanish or another threshold language are also desirable. In addition, the ideal candidate will possess the knowledge, skills and abilities that demonstrates the following competencies: Technical and Knowledge of: Evaluating clients experiencing psychiatric symptoms over a duration of less than 23.5 hours Providing crisis stabilization Providing telephone consultations Assessing clients experiencing psychiatric symptoms and recommending treatment services Administering medication to clients Referring psychiatric clients to the appropriate facilities in order to obtain proper care and treatment Conducting counseling services to clients Understanding and applying Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) guidelines Using Electronic Health Records (EHR) system Using Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook proficiently Advocacy and Communication Advocating for clients access to available mental health services Using Subjective-Objective-Assessment-Plan (SOAP) format in preparing progress notes and reports Communicating relevant clinical information to other county agencies and/or stakeholders to better facilitate continuity of care Problem Solving, Critical Thinking and Safety: Analyzing factors that contribute to overall health problems and/or recidivism (i.e. poor medication compliance, drug and alcohol problems, homelessness) Being able to make quick and effective decisions impacting client's healthcare treatment Responding quickly to mental health emergencies throughout all jail facilities Assessing and evaluating client's presenting symptoms and behaviors rapidly and accurately, including establishing appropriate clinical boundaries with clients (i.e. setting limits) Recognizing factors that are outside of mental health that could be impacting the client's overall functioning and refer appropriately (i.e. drug or alcohol withdrawal, medical issues) skillfully Making sound decisions/judgment or take actions to prevent any injury/loss of life, financial loss for the County and/or personally and any public relations issues Being alert and aware of personal safety and security while providing care and/or treatment to medical and mental health clients Reducing jail-related liability risks by being compliant with Federal and State laws and mandated standards Being familiar with jail security policies and seek consultation with supervisor if unsure Collaboration and Diversity: Engaging clients in discharge planning and developing a viable plan of self-care by formulating short/long term goals and objectives according to client's level of psychological functioning Participating as a member of a mental health multidisciplinary clinical team by engaging and taking part in meetings, committees or training's providing education, knowledge and insight into clinical cases Being aware of the influence of personal biases in working with diverse clients Attending County trainings and seeking consultation with supervisor should issues arise Personal/Interpersonal Skills: Being flexible to work in numerous clinical areas, including handling difficult and complex mental health cases Willing to work in a correctional environment Having the compassion to provide care without judgment to a segment of clients that have been charged with criminal misconduct or offenses Maintaining a positive attitude; effectively and professionally handling stressful situations in dealing with difficult clients, family members and law enforcement personnel SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS: Incumbents are required to pass a comprehensive background investigation prior to a formal offer and acceptance of employment Applicants must have no felony convictions or be on any form of probation Must be able to pass and maintain background investigation to the satisfaction of the Orange County Sheriff-Coroner. Background screening includes; completing of a Personal History Form, interview with a background investigator, fingerprinting and may include a polygraph test. Some of the areas considered in the background screening include prior convictions, traffic violations, drug use and credit problems, employment history, professional references and education verification (i.e. degree, license, or official transcripts. Foreign degrees require an evaluation of U.S. equivalency by an agency that is a member of the National Association of Credential Services (N.A.C.E.S.) The Correctional facilities is a 24 hour, 7 day a week facility, incumbents must be able to work on weekends, evenings or night shift and holidays MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: For detailed information on Mental Health Specialist minimum qualifications, click here. PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS: The County of Orange is committed to providing a means for candidates who may have a disability to identify areas in which they may request a reasonable accommodation. The following is a description of the physical and mental abilities, which are customarily required to perform the essential job functions of this position. Candidates are encouraged to contact the recruiter listed for any questions or to request an accommodation during the testing/selection process. Physical Characteristics: Independent body mobility to stand, walk long distance corridors and climb or descend multiple stairways quickly, bend, stoop, sit for prolonged time; strength to lift, carry, push, and pull greater than 50 pounds; manual dexterity to reach, grasp, manipulate small objects and precision instruments to give injections, take pulse and blood pressure; manual dexterity to hand write or use computer keyboard; vision sufficient to see/read gauges, thermometers and calibrated measuring instruments, labels on medications, computer screen; hear and speak well enough to communicate with patients at normal conversation level in person and over the phone; ability to assist with CPR; climb flights of stairs with an emergency "man down bag"; to drive a vehicle. Environmental Conditions: Will be required to work in a locked facility with adult inmates, and ICE detainees who have multiple and complex health, social and psychological needs; may work with inmates, and ICE detainees who have communicable diseases; may be assigned to evening or night shift, weekend, and to work holidays as needed as the institution is a 24 hour, 7 day a week facility and coverage is essential. The environment can also be noisy and at times chaotic, will be exposed to profanity. Orange County Sheriff's Jail System has a "No Negotiations for Hostage" policy. RECRUITMENT PROCESS: Human Resource Services screens all applications to identify the qualified candidates for the position based on the skills required to meet the needs of the County. After the initial screening, the qualified candidates will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the competition. Application Screening (Refer/Non Refer): Applications and supplemental responses will be screened for qualifications that are highly desirable and most needed to successfully perform the duties of this job. Only those applications exhibiting qualifications as listed in the job bulletin will be referred to the next step. Online Assessment | Written Exam (Weighted 100%): Candidates who meet minimum qualifications will be invited to participate in one or more job-related assessments. Candidates will be notified of their test date and access code, if applicable. Only the most qualified candidates will be placed on the eligible list. Based on the Department's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedure. Eligible List: Once the assessment has been completed, HRS will establish an eligible list of candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to a selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION EMAIL NOTIFICATION: Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account. NOTE: User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply. Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site. Please check your email folders, including spam/junk folders, and/or accept emails ending with "governmentjobs.com" and "ocgov.com." If your email address should change, please update your profile at www.governmentjobs.com . FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: Click here for additional Frequently Asked Questions. For specific information pertaining to this recruitment, contact Marivel Chang at (714) 834-4144 or mchang@ochca.com . EEO INFORMATION Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer, encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

About Us The secret is out: Denver is the nation's top place to live, work, and play. Being the best place to live isn't easy; maintaining such a reputation means we need the best people working for the residents of Denver. People who want to make a difference; people who want to give back; people who want to be at the heart of this city and have a hand in creating our future. When you join us, you will employ your unique skills to do important and meaningful work critical to the success of both your organization and the city as a whole. Be a part of the city that you love. #WhereDenverWorks­­ About Denver Human Services Denver Human Services provides assistance benefits and protection and prevention services to one in three Denver residents. Assistance programs include food, cash and medical benefits, child care, child support, employment first, veterans' services and general assistance for eligible Denver residents. Protection & Prevention services are provided via child, youth and adult protection, along with community-focused programming, including in-home services, designed to strengthen families and prevent future occurrences of abuse or neglect. Protection & Prevention Denver Human Services works to protect Denver's children, youth, adults, and elders by providing services and advocacy while promoting family stability, respecting diversity, and working to create and strengthen connections to community resources. We work to prevent abuse by providing education, resources, and support to parents, families, and community organizations. About Our Job Denver Human Services is currently seeking top-notch, highly-dedicated Social Case Workers to join the Child Welfare Services division in the Intake Section. As an Intake Social Case Worker, you will be investigating new allegations of abuse/neglect of children ages 0-18 in a fast-paced and demanding environment. You will also be expected to contact families and conduct interviews on behalf of the child, as well as maintain professional contacts with community leaders and regularly communicate with law enforcement representatives. Generally, the Intake Social Case Worker: Performs case management activities involving less complex problems/cases, assesses individual and family needs, develops appropriate service and/or treatment plan, and provides counseling, referral, and placement services. Conducts initial needs assessment, ascertains nature and extent of complaint and severity of problems, and interviews defined clients and/or family members to elicit information to determine client's/family's medical, employment, economic, educational, and emotional history. Evaluates client's needs, interest, motivation, and pattern of responsibility, reviews case records for client and family profiles, socio-economic history, previous treatment and services experience, and/or special problems and needs, and reviews and discusses case, problems, prognosis, behavior patterns, and needed services with a supervisor or other senior level staff. Develops and implements a treatment plan that provides a variety of social services and referrals to meet social, behavioral, medical, and/or psychological needs, recommends and refers clients to appropriate support agencies and programs, and provides continuous counseling and crisis intervention to achieve objectives. Establishes, maintains, and coordinates services and activities with relevant community agencies, monitors and evaluations activities of agencies contracted to provide a variety of social services, and evaluates progress of placements and/or other services. Represents the department in accordance with Volume 7 and city rules and regulations. Prepares case records, reports, and documents and compiles with state and federal standards in providing case notes, treatment plans, and evaluations. By position, testifies in court as needed by providing expert testimony and preparing comprehensive reports that allow the court to make finding and recommendations that affect court-ordered treatment plans. Performs other related duties as assigned. Authorized Hiring Range: $50,038.00-$57,544.00 annually About You Our ideal candidate will have: Extensive experience with Intake in a County level Child Welfare environment Strong self-starter and organizational skills Superior critical thinking and time management skills Solid interpersonal and communication skills The ability to represent the organization in several different settings A positive, professional, and proactive attitude We realize your time is valuable so please do not apply if you do not have at least the following required minimum qualifications: Education Requirement: Baccalaureate Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Guidance and Counseling, or a closely related field. Experience Requirement: One year of post-graduation professional social case work experienceORtwo years of post-graduation experience developing treatment plans with families and/or working with abused/neglected children or children involved in the mental health system or juvenile justice system. Education/Experience Equivalency: A Master's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Guidance and Counseling, or a closely related field may be substituted for the experience requirement.For positions specific to Child Welfare, a Bachelor's of Social Work degree with a major in public child welfare and successful completion of an approved field placement in a county department of social services will substitute for the minimum education and experience requirements. Licensure and/or Certification: Possession of a valid driver's license at the time of application. NOTE: Please attach your unofficial transcripts to your application. Applications without transcripts attached will not be taken into consideration. About Everything Else Classification Title : The official job classification title is Social Case Worker. Hiring Range: $50,038.00-$57,544.00 annually Assessments/Testing : This position requires an online assessment. You will receive an email from AssessmentTeam@denvergov.org with further information about the testing process after the position has closed. Please add AssessmentTeam@denvergov.org to your safe sender list and check your spam or junk mail for this email. For a list of positions that require testing and more information about our testing process, click here . Pre-employment Screening : An offer of employment is contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by law and City and County of Denver policies, including the successful completion of a background check. Candidates must pass a criminal background check and other verifications required for the position which may include, but are not limited to, employment and/or education verification, motor vehicle record check, drug test, and/or physical. The existence of a conviction does not automatically disqualify an individual from employment except where federal or state law or regulations prohibit employment of an individual with certain convictions. For more information about the selection and employment screening process, click here . Probationary Period : This position may require the selected candidate to complete at least a six-month probationary period prior to attaining career status with the City & County of Denver. For more information about the probationary period, click here . The City and County of Denver provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law. Recruiter: KG #ZR

Dec 13, 2017

About Us The secret is out: Denver is the nation's top place to live, work, and play. Being the best place to live isn't easy; maintaining such a reputation means we need the best people working for the residents of Denver. People who want to make a difference; people who want to give back; people who want to be at the heart of this city and have a hand in creating our future. When you join us, you will employ your unique skills to do important and meaningful work critical to the success of both your organization and the city as a whole. Be a part of the city that you love. #WhereDenverWorks­­ About Denver Human Services Denver Human Services provides assistance benefits and protection and prevention services to one in three Denver residents. Assistance programs include food, cash and medical benefits, child care, child support, employment first, veterans' services and general assistance for eligible Denver residents. Protection & Prevention services are provided via child, youth and adult protection, along with community-focused programming, including in-home services, designed to strengthen families and prevent future occurrences of abuse or neglect. Protection & Prevention Denver Human Services works to protect Denver's children, youth, adults, and elders by providing services and advocacy while promoting family stability, respecting diversity, and working to create and strengthen connections to community resources. We work to prevent abuse by providing education, resources, and support to parents, families, and community organizations. About Our Job Denver Human Services is currently seeking top-notch, highly-dedicated Social Case Workers to join the Child Welfare Services division in the Intake Section. As an Intake Social Case Worker, you will be investigating new allegations of abuse/neglect of children ages 0-18 in a fast-paced and demanding environment. You will also be expected to contact families and conduct interviews on behalf of the child, as well as maintain professional contacts with community leaders and regularly communicate with law enforcement representatives. Generally, the Intake Social Case Worker: Performs case management activities involving less complex problems/cases, assesses individual and family needs, develops appropriate service and/or treatment plan, and provides counseling, referral, and placement services. Conducts initial needs assessment, ascertains nature and extent of complaint and severity of problems, and interviews defined clients and/or family members to elicit information to determine client's/family's medical, employment, economic, educational, and emotional history. Evaluates client's needs, interest, motivation, and pattern of responsibility, reviews case records for client and family profiles, socio-economic history, previous treatment and services experience, and/or special problems and needs, and reviews and discusses case, problems, prognosis, behavior patterns, and needed services with a supervisor or other senior level staff. Develops and implements a treatment plan that provides a variety of social services and referrals to meet social, behavioral, medical, and/or psychological needs, recommends and refers clients to appropriate support agencies and programs, and provides continuous counseling and crisis intervention to achieve objectives. Establishes, maintains, and coordinates services and activities with relevant community agencies, monitors and evaluations activities of agencies contracted to provide a variety of social services, and evaluates progress of placements and/or other services. Represents the department in accordance with Volume 7 and city rules and regulations. Prepares case records, reports, and documents and compiles with state and federal standards in providing case notes, treatment plans, and evaluations. By position, testifies in court as needed by providing expert testimony and preparing comprehensive reports that allow the court to make finding and recommendations that affect court-ordered treatment plans. Performs other related duties as assigned. Authorized Hiring Range: $50,038.00-$57,544.00 annually About You Our ideal candidate will have: Extensive experience with Intake in a County level Child Welfare environment Strong self-starter and organizational skills Superior critical thinking and time management skills Solid interpersonal and communication skills The ability to represent the organization in several different settings A positive, professional, and proactive attitude We realize your time is valuable so please do not apply if you do not have at least the following required minimum qualifications: Education Requirement: Baccalaureate Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Guidance and Counseling, or a closely related field. Experience Requirement: One year of post-graduation professional social case work experienceORtwo years of post-graduation experience developing treatment plans with families and/or working with abused/neglected children or children involved in the mental health system or juvenile justice system. Education/Experience Equivalency: A Master's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Guidance and Counseling, or a closely related field may be substituted for the experience requirement.For positions specific to Child Welfare, a Bachelor's of Social Work degree with a major in public child welfare and successful completion of an approved field placement in a county department of social services will substitute for the minimum education and experience requirements. Licensure and/or Certification: Possession of a valid driver's license at the time of application. NOTE: Please attach your unofficial transcripts to your application. Applications without transcripts attached will not be taken into consideration. About Everything Else Classification Title : The official job classification title is Social Case Worker. Hiring Range: $50,038.00-$57,544.00 annually Assessments/Testing : This position requires an online assessment. You will receive an email from AssessmentTeam@denvergov.org with further information about the testing process after the position has closed. Please add AssessmentTeam@denvergov.org to your safe sender list and check your spam or junk mail for this email. For a list of positions that require testing and more information about our testing process, click here . Pre-employment Screening : An offer of employment is contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by law and City and County of Denver policies, including the successful completion of a background check. Candidates must pass a criminal background check and other verifications required for the position which may include, but are not limited to, employment and/or education verification, motor vehicle record check, drug test, and/or physical. The existence of a conviction does not automatically disqualify an individual from employment except where federal or state law or regulations prohibit employment of an individual with certain convictions. For more information about the selection and employment screening process, click here . Probationary Period : This position may require the selected candidate to complete at least a six-month probationary period prior to attaining career status with the City & County of Denver. For more information about the probationary period, click here . The City and County of Denver provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law. Recruiter: KG #ZR

Department of Public Health EXAM NUMBER: PH5230D TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: Open Competitive Job Opportunity FIRST DAY OF FILING: 3/09/2016 Beginning Wednesday, March 9, 2016 at 8:00 a.m., Pacific Standard Time (PST) Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice . THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS A REBULLETIN TO UPDATE THE EXAMINATION CONTENT INFORMATION. PERSONS WHO HAVE ALREADY APPLIED WITHIN THE LAST 12 MONTHS NEED NOT REAPPLY, BUT MAY SUBMIT ADDITIONAL INFORMATION BY THE LAST DAY OF FILING. THE INFORMATION MUST INCLUDE YOUR NAME, THE CORRECT EXAMINATION TITLE AND NUMBER. DEFINITION: Provides public health nursing services in a facility or in the field, at the individual, family, and systems levels. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: Positions allocable to this class work under the administrative and technical supervision of a nurse supervisor or nurse manager. Public Health Nurses utilize the public health nursing process as comprised of assessment, nursing diagnosis, outcome identification, planning, implementation, and evaluation in the provision of generalized or specialized public health nursing services that promote the well-being of the community, seek to control and prevent disease, disability, and premature death, and improve the quality of life among the population of interest. Positions work independently within established professional and agency standards, regulations, and guidelines to apply a range of technical, interpersonal, analytical, and organizational knowledge and skills to problems of health as these affect the individual, family, and community. Assignments in this class involve making independent judgments in assessing health status, formulating a nursing diagnosis, identifying health improvement outcomes, developing and implementing strategies and activities, and providing and evaluating nursing services to ensure that outcomes are achieved. Some positions in this class, upon completion of special training, function in a specialized sub-field of public health. Essential Job Functions Identifies the health problems of an assigned geographical area or target population by monitoring the health problems of patients in clinics, homes, and the community; evaluates identified problems; and provides nursing services or recommends the provision of appropriate health services such as primary care or environmental health or social services involvement. Identifies adverse findings during initial assessments and takes appropriate actions in accordance with policies and procedures. Documents information during initial and ongoing assessments in accordance with policies and procedures. Prioritizes assignments in accordance with program manual guidelines and standards and community public health needs. Manages a caseload of patients or consults on patients within an assigned geographical area by determining priorities for the follow-up of patients' physical and mental health problems and patient and family health needs that may require home evaluations, nursing care, and other services. Performs and interprets diagnostic procedures and administers therapeutic treatments and preventive measures in accordance with medical orders or standardized procedures. As directed by supervisor, conducts investigations, makes nursing diagnoses, and makes responses in connection with the health problems of a geographic area or target population; assists in setting priorities for public health nursing action based on public health program goals and improvement objectives related to community and system-level interventions. Collaborates with patients and providers to identify needs and desired outcomes based on patients' value and belief systems and documents these findings in accordance with applicable policies and guidelines. Researches and reviews current trends and practices in the field of public health in order to identify appropriate nursing interventions. Identifies, interprets, and implements public health laws, regulations, policies, and procedures. Leads and participates in group discussions with patients and stakeholders on matters concerned with the health status of the population. Participates in epidemiological investigations to identify and locate persons who have, or are suspected of having, infectious diseases in order to encourage and ensure their treatment; counsels involved persons on examination and treatment needed to prevent further spread of the disease and treat the existing condition. Provides public health education and training to various groups through public speaking, multimedia presentations, and written materials to explain the function of public health and its roles and services in order to improve individual, family, and community health outcomes and encourage community members to become more responsible for the community's health. Promotes collaboration and dialogue between the agency and community-based organizations in order to identify public health needs within the community. Involves the population of interest and other health professionals, organizations, and stakeholders in formulating expected public health outcomes. Integrates and applies current standards and emerging trends, statutes, regulations, policies, and research in nursing and public health-related fields during the planning process. Leads and participates in group discussions with other health professionals and community members in order to provide guidance and support toward improving the health status of the community. Participates in systematic and ongoing criterion-based evaluations of expected goals and outcomes concerning the population of interest. Participates in public health emergency response as needed. Orients and instructs new staff concerning agency policies, procedures, and practices. Collaborates with community groups to implement new policies and changes to existing policies designed to improve public health outcomes. Provides technical supervision to lower-level nursing employees and ancillary staff, as assigned. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: A license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing -AND- A California Public Health Nurse Certificate. REQUIRED LICENSES**: A license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing. To qualify, applicants must have a current and valid license as a Professional Registered Nurse, issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing, without limitations or restrictions. The original license must be presented during the selection process and prior to appointment. A California State Public Health Nurse Certificate. To qualify, applicants must have a California State Public Health Nurse Certificate. For information on how to obtain a California State Public Health Nurse Certificate, click on the link: http://www.rn.ca.gov/applicants/ad-pract.shtml A valid California Class C Driver License is required to carry out job-related essential functions. All positions in this classification, depending upon assignment, require possession of a valid California Class C Driver License to perform job-related essential functions. Candidates offered these positions would be required to show proof of a current valid driver license before appointment. A current certification in accordance with the American Heart Association's Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED) program. All positions in this classification require possession of a current certification in accordance with the American Heart Association's BLS for CPR & AED program to perform job-related essential functions. Candidates offered these positions would be required to show proof of a current certification before appointment. PHYSICAL CLASS: 3 - Moderate: Includes standing or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, swatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighting over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATION: *A Master's degree from an accredited college or university in Nursing, Public Health, or Administration (MSN, MPA, MBA, MHA, MHS, MPH). SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: *In order to receive credit for any type of college degree, such as a Master's degree, you MUST include a legible copy of the official diploma OR copy of official transcripts from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization with your application at the time of filing or e-mail to mofong@ph.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days of filing. **In order to receive credit for required licenses/certificates you MUST include a legible copy of the official document with your application at the time of filing or e-mail to mofong@ph.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days of filing. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of two (2) parts: PART I: This examination will consist of a written test weighted 75% that contains both computerized and paper-and-pencil components covering: Written Expression Data Analysis and Decision Making Reading Comprehension Achievement Confidence and Optimism Deductive Reasoning Ability Independence Influence Professional Potential Reliability Only applicants that achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on Part I will proceed to Part II, an evaluation of training and experience. Part II: An evaluation of Training and Experience that will cover professional/technical knowledge, instructing, office computing, customer service, and desirable qualifications weighted 25%. WRITTEN TESTS ARE NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19. Candidates must meet the SELECTION REQUIREMENTS and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on each weighted part of the examination in order to be placed on the Eligible Register. Applicants with disabilities who require special arrangements must provide the Examination Unit with written notification at the time of filing. TEST PREPARATION Study guides and other test preparation resources are available to help candidates prepare for employment tests. An interactive, Online Test Preparation System for taking practice tests may be accessed on the Department of Human Resources website at http://hr.lacounty.gov/job-search-toolkit . You can also access test preparation for the computerized portion of the test by going to http://www.shldirect.com/practice_tests.html . While the guides will help in preparing for the test, we advise you to review all related materials that you deem necessary. TRANSFER OF SCORES Applicants that have taken identical test part(s) for other exams within the last 12 months, will have their written test responses for the identical test part(s) automatically transferred to this examination. This examination contains test parts that may be used in the future for new examinations. Your scores will be transferred to the new examination and may not be allowed to re-take any identical test parts for at least 12 months. Notification(s) may be sent electronically to the e-mail address provided on the application. It is important that candidates provide a valid e-mail address. Please add mofong@ph.lacounty.gov to your e-mail address book and list of approved senders to prevent e-mail notifications from being filtered as spam/junk mail. Passing this examination and being added to the Eligible Register does not guarantee an offer of employment. Final examination results will be sent by U.S. Mail. Examination Scores cannot be given over the phone or by e-mail. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION The names of candidates receiving a passing grade in the examination will be placed on the Eligible Register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. Complete applications will be processed on an as received basis and will be promulgated to the Eligible Register accordingly. VACANCY INFORMATION The Eligible Register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Public Health as they occur. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the SELECTION REQUIREMENTS . Please fill out the application, supplemental questionnaire, and Training and Experience questions completely and correctly to receive full credit for any related education, training, and job experience. In the space provided for education, include the names and addresses of schools attended, titles of courses completed, dates completed, and number of credits and/or certificates earned. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours per week, description of work performed, and salary earned. If you are unable to attach required document(s) to your application online, you must e-mail them to mofong@ph.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days of filing. In the "Subject" of the e-mail please type the Exam Number and Exam Title . FILING INFORMATION Applications must be filed online only . Applications submitted by U.S. Mail, fax, or in person will not be accepted. We must receive your application and any additional documents by 5:00 p.m., PST, on the last day of filing. Apply online by clicking on the " Apply " tab for this posting, you can also track the status of your application using this website. IMPORTANT NOTES All information supplied by applicants and included in the application materials is subject to VERIFICATION . We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. FALSIFICATION of any information may result in DISQUALIFICATION or RESCISSION OF APPOINTMENT . Utilizing VERBIAGE from Class Specification and/or Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. In doing so your application may be REJECTED AS INCOMPLETE. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER All applicants MUST enter a valid social security number at the time of filing. Entering anything other than a valid social security (i.e. 000-00-0000, 111-11-1111, etc.) will result in an automatic rejection of your application COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD All applicants must file their application online using their OWN user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. ADA Coordinator Phone: (323) 869-8505 Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 Department Contact Name: Monica Fong Department Contact Phone: (323) 890-8488 Department Contact E-mail: mofong@ph.lacounty.gov

Sep 07, 2017

Full Time

Department of Public Health EXAM NUMBER: PH5230D TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: Open Competitive Job Opportunity FIRST DAY OF FILING: 3/09/2016 Beginning Wednesday, March 9, 2016 at 8:00 a.m., Pacific Standard Time (PST) Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice . THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS A REBULLETIN TO UPDATE THE EXAMINATION CONTENT INFORMATION. PERSONS WHO HAVE ALREADY APPLIED WITHIN THE LAST 12 MONTHS NEED NOT REAPPLY, BUT MAY SUBMIT ADDITIONAL INFORMATION BY THE LAST DAY OF FILING. THE INFORMATION MUST INCLUDE YOUR NAME, THE CORRECT EXAMINATION TITLE AND NUMBER. DEFINITION: Provides public health nursing services in a facility or in the field, at the individual, family, and systems levels. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: Positions allocable to this class work under the administrative and technical supervision of a nurse supervisor or nurse manager. Public Health Nurses utilize the public health nursing process as comprised of assessment, nursing diagnosis, outcome identification, planning, implementation, and evaluation in the provision of generalized or specialized public health nursing services that promote the well-being of the community, seek to control and prevent disease, disability, and premature death, and improve the quality of life among the population of interest. Positions work independently within established professional and agency standards, regulations, and guidelines to apply a range of technical, interpersonal, analytical, and organizational knowledge and skills to problems of health as these affect the individual, family, and community. Assignments in this class involve making independent judgments in assessing health status, formulating a nursing diagnosis, identifying health improvement outcomes, developing and implementing strategies and activities, and providing and evaluating nursing services to ensure that outcomes are achieved. Some positions in this class, upon completion of special training, function in a specialized sub-field of public health. Essential Job Functions Identifies the health problems of an assigned geographical area or target population by monitoring the health problems of patients in clinics, homes, and the community; evaluates identified problems; and provides nursing services or recommends the provision of appropriate health services such as primary care or environmental health or social services involvement. Identifies adverse findings during initial assessments and takes appropriate actions in accordance with policies and procedures. Documents information during initial and ongoing assessments in accordance with policies and procedures. Prioritizes assignments in accordance with program manual guidelines and standards and community public health needs. Manages a caseload of patients or consults on patients within an assigned geographical area by determining priorities for the follow-up of patients' physical and mental health problems and patient and family health needs that may require home evaluations, nursing care, and other services. Performs and interprets diagnostic procedures and administers therapeutic treatments and preventive measures in accordance with medical orders or standardized procedures. As directed by supervisor, conducts investigations, makes nursing diagnoses, and makes responses in connection with the health problems of a geographic area or target population; assists in setting priorities for public health nursing action based on public health program goals and improvement objectives related to community and system-level interventions. Collaborates with patients and providers to identify needs and desired outcomes based on patients' value and belief systems and documents these findings in accordance with applicable policies and guidelines. Researches and reviews current trends and practices in the field of public health in order to identify appropriate nursing interventions. Identifies, interprets, and implements public health laws, regulations, policies, and procedures. Leads and participates in group discussions with patients and stakeholders on matters concerned with the health status of the population. Participates in epidemiological investigations to identify and locate persons who have, or are suspected of having, infectious diseases in order to encourage and ensure their treatment; counsels involved persons on examination and treatment needed to prevent further spread of the disease and treat the existing condition. Provides public health education and training to various groups through public speaking, multimedia presentations, and written materials to explain the function of public health and its roles and services in order to improve individual, family, and community health outcomes and encourage community members to become more responsible for the community's health. Promotes collaboration and dialogue between the agency and community-based organizations in order to identify public health needs within the community. Involves the population of interest and other health professionals, organizations, and stakeholders in formulating expected public health outcomes. Integrates and applies current standards and emerging trends, statutes, regulations, policies, and research in nursing and public health-related fields during the planning process. Leads and participates in group discussions with other health professionals and community members in order to provide guidance and support toward improving the health status of the community. Participates in systematic and ongoing criterion-based evaluations of expected goals and outcomes concerning the population of interest. Participates in public health emergency response as needed. Orients and instructs new staff concerning agency policies, procedures, and practices. Collaborates with community groups to implement new policies and changes to existing policies designed to improve public health outcomes. Provides technical supervision to lower-level nursing employees and ancillary staff, as assigned. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: A license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing -AND- A California Public Health Nurse Certificate. REQUIRED LICENSES**: A license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing. To qualify, applicants must have a current and valid license as a Professional Registered Nurse, issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing, without limitations or restrictions. The original license must be presented during the selection process and prior to appointment. A California State Public Health Nurse Certificate. To qualify, applicants must have a California State Public Health Nurse Certificate. For information on how to obtain a California State Public Health Nurse Certificate, click on the link: http://www.rn.ca.gov/applicants/ad-pract.shtml A valid California Class C Driver License is required to carry out job-related essential functions. All positions in this classification, depending upon assignment, require possession of a valid California Class C Driver License to perform job-related essential functions. Candidates offered these positions would be required to show proof of a current valid driver license before appointment. A current certification in accordance with the American Heart Association's Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED) program. All positions in this classification require possession of a current certification in accordance with the American Heart Association's BLS for CPR & AED program to perform job-related essential functions. Candidates offered these positions would be required to show proof of a current certification before appointment. PHYSICAL CLASS: 3 - Moderate: Includes standing or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, swatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighting over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATION: *A Master's degree from an accredited college or university in Nursing, Public Health, or Administration (MSN, MPA, MBA, MHA, MHS, MPH). SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: *In order to receive credit for any type of college degree, such as a Master's degree, you MUST include a legible copy of the official diploma OR copy of official transcripts from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization with your application at the time of filing or e-mail to mofong@ph.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days of filing. **In order to receive credit for required licenses/certificates you MUST include a legible copy of the official document with your application at the time of filing or e-mail to mofong@ph.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days of filing. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of two (2) parts: PART I: This examination will consist of a written test weighted 75% that contains both computerized and paper-and-pencil components covering: Written Expression Data Analysis and Decision Making Reading Comprehension Achievement Confidence and Optimism Deductive Reasoning Ability Independence Influence Professional Potential Reliability Only applicants that achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on Part I will proceed to Part II, an evaluation of training and experience. Part II: An evaluation of Training and Experience that will cover professional/technical knowledge, instructing, office computing, customer service, and desirable qualifications weighted 25%. WRITTEN TESTS ARE NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19. Candidates must meet the SELECTION REQUIREMENTS and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on each weighted part of the examination in order to be placed on the Eligible Register. Applicants with disabilities who require special arrangements must provide the Examination Unit with written notification at the time of filing. TEST PREPARATION Study guides and other test preparation resources are available to help candidates prepare for employment tests. An interactive, Online Test Preparation System for taking practice tests may be accessed on the Department of Human Resources website at http://hr.lacounty.gov/job-search-toolkit . You can also access test preparation for the computerized portion of the test by going to http://www.shldirect.com/practice_tests.html . While the guides will help in preparing for the test, we advise you to review all related materials that you deem necessary. TRANSFER OF SCORES Applicants that have taken identical test part(s) for other exams within the last 12 months, will have their written test responses for the identical test part(s) automatically transferred to this examination. This examination contains test parts that may be used in the future for new examinations. Your scores will be transferred to the new examination and may not be allowed to re-take any identical test parts for at least 12 months. Notification(s) may be sent electronically to the e-mail address provided on the application. It is important that candidates provide a valid e-mail address. Please add mofong@ph.lacounty.gov to your e-mail address book and list of approved senders to prevent e-mail notifications from being filtered as spam/junk mail. Passing this examination and being added to the Eligible Register does not guarantee an offer of employment. Final examination results will be sent by U.S. Mail. Examination Scores cannot be given over the phone or by e-mail. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION The names of candidates receiving a passing grade in the examination will be placed on the Eligible Register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. Complete applications will be processed on an as received basis and will be promulgated to the Eligible Register accordingly. VACANCY INFORMATION The Eligible Register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Public Health as they occur. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the SELECTION REQUIREMENTS . Please fill out the application, supplemental questionnaire, and Training and Experience questions completely and correctly to receive full credit for any related education, training, and job experience. In the space provided for education, include the names and addresses of schools attended, titles of courses completed, dates completed, and number of credits and/or certificates earned. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours per week, description of work performed, and salary earned. If you are unable to attach required document(s) to your application online, you must e-mail them to mofong@ph.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days of filing. In the "Subject" of the e-mail please type the Exam Number and Exam Title . FILING INFORMATION Applications must be filed online only . Applications submitted by U.S. Mail, fax, or in person will not be accepted. We must receive your application and any additional documents by 5:00 p.m., PST, on the last day of filing. Apply online by clicking on the " Apply " tab for this posting, you can also track the status of your application using this website. IMPORTANT NOTES All information supplied by applicants and included in the application materials is subject to VERIFICATION . We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. FALSIFICATION of any information may result in DISQUALIFICATION or RESCISSION OF APPOINTMENT . Utilizing VERBIAGE from Class Specification and/or Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. In doing so your application may be REJECTED AS INCOMPLETE. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER All applicants MUST enter a valid social security number at the time of filing. Entering anything other than a valid social security (i.e. 000-00-0000, 111-11-1111, etc.) will result in an automatic rejection of your application COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD All applicants must file their application online using their OWN user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. ADA Coordinator Phone: (323) 869-8505 Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 Department Contact Name: Monica Fong Department Contact Phone: (323) 890-8488 Department Contact E-mail: mofong@ph.lacounty.gov

Description LATERAL TRANSFER OPPORTUNITY-This is a transfer opportunity restricted to permanent employees of the County of Kern who have successfully completed their initial probationary period. Under direction, assesses needs and provides comprehensive social services to individuals and families, and promotes client selfsufficiency. Performs assignments involving individualized treatment and specialized application of casework methods and skills. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: This is the advanced journey level in the flexible classification of Social Service Worker I/II/III/IV/V. This classification is distinguished from Social Service Worker II by assignment to the most difficult social service cases, to a specialized function requiring a high degree of perception and creativity, or to a geographic or functional area where supervision may not be immediately available. Social Service Worker III's are expected to perform with a high degree of technical competence and independence. They may assist in training coworkers and oversee special projects. Promotion to Social Service Worker IV is subject to recommendation of the Department Head, and approval by the Director of Personnel. Essential Functions Interviews individuals and families to assess needs and strengths and develop case plans. Responds to reports of abuse requiring immediate investigation; drives to and locates individuals and families in the field, often under time constraints and stressful conditions. Reports, investigates, and acts to protect vulnerable adults and children. Acts as lead worker in an assigned unit and in the absence of a supervisor when designated. Evaluates socioeconomic factors affecting self-sufficiency, such as homelessness, aging process (if applicable), low level education, drug addiction, employment, domestic abuse, mental illness, child abuse and neglect, etc.; provides case management, information or referral to individuals and families for social problems. Provides case management and individual and family needs assessment to identify self-sufficiency barriers; makes appropriate referrals to other agencies. Monitors, evaluates, and implements case plans and, if applicable, compliance with court orders. Authorizes supportive services, such as foster care, transportation, child care reimbursement, respite care, or if applicable, elderly and disabled care, etc. Takes proactive role in engaging individuals and families to value and secure self-sufficiency. Makes home calls or field visits in connection with case management assignments that could be high risk. Transports individuals and families for court appearances, scheduled appointments, required activities, visitations or other purposes. Evaluates personal risk and uses good judgment to avoid harm. Creates, processes, and completes necessary case records and reports manually and electronically, within mandated time frames, to meet federal audit requirements and meet outcome performance objectives. Interprets policies, rules and regulations to individuals, families and the general public within the scope of job responsibility. Functions as a mandated reporter, reports possible abusive situations to appropriate social service programs. Works cooperatively with representatives from other agencies with related goals. Consults supervisor when problems are complex. Studies and applies the principles and techniques of social work to a caseload. Attends training courses designed to further understanding of social work processes and to increase technical competence. Maintains records, inputs data and retrieves information from case management computer systems. OTHER FUNCTIONS: Administers drug tests (witness urine samples given by clients). Prepares court reports and legal documents. Conducts forensic interviews. Conducts training presentations in specialized areas of expertise for staff and community. Performs other job-related duties as required. Employment Standards Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree which includes a minimum of 12 semester or 20 quarter units in behavioral science, or graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree and six (6) months experience equivalent to a Human Services Technician II, Employment Counselor II, Job Developer II, or Eligibility Technician II, in the Kern County classification system. AND Two (2) years of social service case management experience. OR Bachelors degree in Social Work and eighteen (18) months of social casework experience. OR Bachelors degree and successful completion of 24 semester or 40 quarter units of a Master's degree program in Social Work, or a Counseling program from an accredited college or university, emphasizing Marriage, Family and Child Counseling or Marriage and Family therapy, Gerontology or Clinical Psychology, and twelve (12) months of social casework experience. Qualifying case management/work experience must include: responsibility for a long term caseload, development of service/treatment plans; monitoring compliance through home calls, field calls and other personal contact; modification of treatment plans as needed/required; and authority to impose/recommend sanctions for noncompliance, impacting benefits or services (i.e. case closures, terminate benefits and or program participation). Possession of a Class C California driver's license is required upon appointment. Incumbent must have the ability to travel to designated locations. Some Departments may require a Certification of Typing/Keyboarding speed of 25 net words per minute. Positions assigned to Kern Medical Center require possession and maintenance of a current American Heart Association Health care Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) card. Appointees not possessing the BLS card must successfully complete appropriate training and qualify for the BLS card within 60 days of appointment. Appointees are subject to fingerprinting for the purpose of a criminal record check as authorized by Section 16501 of the California Welfare and Institutions Code and Section 11105.3 of the California Penal Code. Knowledge of: Socioeconomic conditions and trends; principles of individual and group behavior; principles of interviewing and problem solving; effective public speaking and public relations methods; cultural diversity; laws, rules, and regulations governing the operations of the public welfare agency, or aging agency on the federal, state, and local level; services and resources provided through other governmental agencies and community-based organizations; patterns of stability affecting individuals and families and barriers to self-sufficiency (such as, drug abuse, unemployment, domestic abuse, etc.); human development and indicators of maltreatment; principles of investigative techniques; professional ethics. Ability to: Identify and assess conditions of individuals and families; obtain facts and recognize the relevant and significant dynamics of individuals and families; develop and implement a plan to address assessed needs; coach, mentor, and advocate for individuals and families; establish and maintain working relationships with individuals and families; organize and maintain workload; communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, including preparation and delivery of effective presentations; demonstrate appropriate and effective interpersonal skills; establish and build relationships in the community and with internal and external partner agencies; understand and implement agency programs, policies, and procedures; travel and locate individuals, families, and resources in the community; respect and maintain confidentiality; use computers and other technological devices in the scope of work; follow courtroom protocol; project appropriate courtroom demeanor; demonstrate ethical standards of behavior; work independently and utilize supervision when needed in achieving agency goals; apply education and experience in developing skills in interviewing and case recording, assessment, and overall caseload management; analyze and adopt a plan to address assessed needs; train and mentor coworkers; assess levels of risk in individuals and families, and act appropriately; work independently in making decisions and managing a caseload; review casework and evaluate for quality, consistency, and compliance; understand and prepare legal reports and documents. Supplemental All Kern County employees are designated "Disaster Service Workers" through state and local laws (CA Government Code Sec. 3100-3109 and Ordinance Code Title 2-Administration, Ch. 2.66 Emergency Services). As Disaster Service Workers, all County employees are expected to remain at work, or to report for work as soon as practicable, following a significant emergency or disaster.

Sep 07, 2017

Full Time

Description LATERAL TRANSFER OPPORTUNITY-This is a transfer opportunity restricted to permanent employees of the County of Kern who have successfully completed their initial probationary period. Under direction, assesses needs and provides comprehensive social services to individuals and families, and promotes client selfsufficiency. Performs assignments involving individualized treatment and specialized application of casework methods and skills. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: This is the advanced journey level in the flexible classification of Social Service Worker I/II/III/IV/V. This classification is distinguished from Social Service Worker II by assignment to the most difficult social service cases, to a specialized function requiring a high degree of perception and creativity, or to a geographic or functional area where supervision may not be immediately available. Social Service Worker III's are expected to perform with a high degree of technical competence and independence. They may assist in training coworkers and oversee special projects. Promotion to Social Service Worker IV is subject to recommendation of the Department Head, and approval by the Director of Personnel. Essential Functions Interviews individuals and families to assess needs and strengths and develop case plans. Responds to reports of abuse requiring immediate investigation; drives to and locates individuals and families in the field, often under time constraints and stressful conditions. Reports, investigates, and acts to protect vulnerable adults and children. Acts as lead worker in an assigned unit and in the absence of a supervisor when designated. Evaluates socioeconomic factors affecting self-sufficiency, such as homelessness, aging process (if applicable), low level education, drug addiction, employment, domestic abuse, mental illness, child abuse and neglect, etc.; provides case management, information or referral to individuals and families for social problems. Provides case management and individual and family needs assessment to identify self-sufficiency barriers; makes appropriate referrals to other agencies. Monitors, evaluates, and implements case plans and, if applicable, compliance with court orders. Authorizes supportive services, such as foster care, transportation, child care reimbursement, respite care, or if applicable, elderly and disabled care, etc. Takes proactive role in engaging individuals and families to value and secure self-sufficiency. Makes home calls or field visits in connection with case management assignments that could be high risk. Transports individuals and families for court appearances, scheduled appointments, required activities, visitations or other purposes. Evaluates personal risk and uses good judgment to avoid harm. Creates, processes, and completes necessary case records and reports manually and electronically, within mandated time frames, to meet federal audit requirements and meet outcome performance objectives. Interprets policies, rules and regulations to individuals, families and the general public within the scope of job responsibility. Functions as a mandated reporter, reports possible abusive situations to appropriate social service programs. Works cooperatively with representatives from other agencies with related goals. Consults supervisor when problems are complex. Studies and applies the principles and techniques of social work to a caseload. Attends training courses designed to further understanding of social work processes and to increase technical competence. Maintains records, inputs data and retrieves information from case management computer systems. OTHER FUNCTIONS: Administers drug tests (witness urine samples given by clients). Prepares court reports and legal documents. Conducts forensic interviews. Conducts training presentations in specialized areas of expertise for staff and community. Performs other job-related duties as required. Employment Standards Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree which includes a minimum of 12 semester or 20 quarter units in behavioral science, or graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree and six (6) months experience equivalent to a Human Services Technician II, Employment Counselor II, Job Developer II, or Eligibility Technician II, in the Kern County classification system. AND Two (2) years of social service case management experience. OR Bachelors degree in Social Work and eighteen (18) months of social casework experience. OR Bachelors degree and successful completion of 24 semester or 40 quarter units of a Master's degree program in Social Work, or a Counseling program from an accredited college or university, emphasizing Marriage, Family and Child Counseling or Marriage and Family therapy, Gerontology or Clinical Psychology, and twelve (12) months of social casework experience. Qualifying case management/work experience must include: responsibility for a long term caseload, development of service/treatment plans; monitoring compliance through home calls, field calls and other personal contact; modification of treatment plans as needed/required; and authority to impose/recommend sanctions for noncompliance, impacting benefits or services (i.e. case closures, terminate benefits and or program participation). Possession of a Class C California driver's license is required upon appointment. Incumbent must have the ability to travel to designated locations. Some Departments may require a Certification of Typing/Keyboarding speed of 25 net words per minute. Positions assigned to Kern Medical Center require possession and maintenance of a current American Heart Association Health care Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) card. Appointees not possessing the BLS card must successfully complete appropriate training and qualify for the BLS card within 60 days of appointment. Appointees are subject to fingerprinting for the purpose of a criminal record check as authorized by Section 16501 of the California Welfare and Institutions Code and Section 11105.3 of the California Penal Code. Knowledge of: Socioeconomic conditions and trends; principles of individual and group behavior; principles of interviewing and problem solving; effective public speaking and public relations methods; cultural diversity; laws, rules, and regulations governing the operations of the public welfare agency, or aging agency on the federal, state, and local level; services and resources provided through other governmental agencies and community-based organizations; patterns of stability affecting individuals and families and barriers to self-sufficiency (such as, drug abuse, unemployment, domestic abuse, etc.); human development and indicators of maltreatment; principles of investigative techniques; professional ethics. Ability to: Identify and assess conditions of individuals and families; obtain facts and recognize the relevant and significant dynamics of individuals and families; develop and implement a plan to address assessed needs; coach, mentor, and advocate for individuals and families; establish and maintain working relationships with individuals and families; organize and maintain workload; communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, including preparation and delivery of effective presentations; demonstrate appropriate and effective interpersonal skills; establish and build relationships in the community and with internal and external partner agencies; understand and implement agency programs, policies, and procedures; travel and locate individuals, families, and resources in the community; respect and maintain confidentiality; use computers and other technological devices in the scope of work; follow courtroom protocol; project appropriate courtroom demeanor; demonstrate ethical standards of behavior; work independently and utilize supervision when needed in achieving agency goals; apply education and experience in developing skills in interviewing and case recording, assessment, and overall caseload management; analyze and adopt a plan to address assessed needs; train and mentor coworkers; assess levels of risk in individuals and families, and act appropriately; work independently in making decisions and managing a caseload; review casework and evaluate for quality, consistency, and compliance; understand and prepare legal reports and documents. Supplemental All Kern County employees are designated "Disaster Service Workers" through state and local laws (CA Government Code Sec. 3100-3109 and Ordinance Code Title 2-Administration, Ch. 2.66 Emergency Services). As Disaster Service Workers, all County employees are expected to remain at work, or to report for work as soon as practicable, following a significant emergency or disaster.

Psychiatric Caseworkers monitor the treatment and progress of mentally ill or developmentally disabled clients, perform day treatment and psychosocial rehabilitation activities, and coordinate discharge and aftercare services, in an outpatient, inpatient, clinic, residential, treatment center, client's home and other community settings. Incumbents possess a degree of knowledge and proficiency sufficient to perform work independently with little or no additional training. This Psychiatric Case Worker II position is located with Northern Nevada Adult Mental Health Services (NNAMHS) in Sparks, NV with the Service Coordination Department. This position will work with consumers with serious mental health and substance use challenges. Duties to include performing initial intake and assessment of clients; preparing treatment plans and monitoring progress in relation to treatment plans, goals and objectives; preparing reports and summaries as required and utilize electronic medical record proficiently; attending court and reporting on client's mental and behavioral status as needed and requested; conducting orientation for programs, education and referrals; consulting with and utilizing other services, agencies, resources and professionals as needed; maintaining professional relationship with the NNAMHS and community agencies; conducting visits at client's residence and documenting quality of care and environment and reporting back to supervisor and residential service program manager; and ensuring compliance with HIPAA protocols. Travel up to 25% of the time may be required. The State of Nevada provides an excellent benefits package that includes health, dental and vision insurance, participation in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), yearly accrual of annual leave and sick leave, plus 11 paid Holidays.

Dec 01, 2017

Full Time

Psychiatric Caseworkers monitor the treatment and progress of mentally ill or developmentally disabled clients, perform day treatment and psychosocial rehabilitation activities, and coordinate discharge and aftercare services, in an outpatient, inpatient, clinic, residential, treatment center, client's home and other community settings. Incumbents possess a degree of knowledge and proficiency sufficient to perform work independently with little or no additional training. This Psychiatric Case Worker II position is located with Northern Nevada Adult Mental Health Services (NNAMHS) in Sparks, NV with the Service Coordination Department. This position will work with consumers with serious mental health and substance use challenges. Duties to include performing initial intake and assessment of clients; preparing treatment plans and monitoring progress in relation to treatment plans, goals and objectives; preparing reports and summaries as required and utilize electronic medical record proficiently; attending court and reporting on client's mental and behavioral status as needed and requested; conducting orientation for programs, education and referrals; consulting with and utilizing other services, agencies, resources and professionals as needed; maintaining professional relationship with the NNAMHS and community agencies; conducting visits at client's residence and documenting quality of care and environment and reporting back to supervisor and residential service program manager; and ensuring compliance with HIPAA protocols. Travel up to 25% of the time may be required. The State of Nevada provides an excellent benefits package that includes health, dental and vision insurance, participation in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), yearly accrual of annual leave and sick leave, plus 11 paid Holidays.